Resilient and Regenerative Cities

Cities play a crucial role in limiting greenhouse gas emissions from building and infrastructure systems. What are some steps that cities can take to overcome obstacles and accelerate the transition to a more resilient future?

Keynote

	HE Maimunah Mohd Sharif Special Envoy for Sustainable Urbanisation, Malaysia

Moderator

	Lauren Sorkin Executive Director, Resilient Cities Network

Panelists

Regenerative design moves beyond the standard of green and sustainable practices, and embodies the concept of 'giving back more than it takes'. To achieve a regenerative future requires reimagining infrastructure, including nature-based solutions and energy systems, to rethink how we live, work and play. Can cities embrace this ethos and related principles in their planning and governance to promote resource sufficiency, human well-being, and the stewardship of natural ecosystems?

Moderator

	Yvonne Soh Executive Director, Singapore Green Building Council

Panelists

Track Sessions

These are deep dives within each thematic track, featuring panel discussions, special convening sessions and roundtables.

(led by the National Parks Board, Singapore)


Urban nature is increasingly recognised as an important element for enhancing health, well-being, and social resilience in cities. This session brings together city leaders, practitioners, and experts to explore the transformative potential of urban nature and greenery in fostering healthier and more resilient cities. Through real-world examples and illuminating research, the session seeks to showcase innovative strategies to integrate green infrastructure and nature into city planning and design, as well as to engender greater conversation on how we can advance nature-based solutions to promote public health and well-being outcomes in cities.

Moderator

	Lim Liang Jim Group Director of the Conservation Division, National Parks Board

Panelists

	Chief Councillor Susan Aitken Leader of the Council, Glasgow
	Laurie Foon Deputy Mayor, Wellington
	Sophianne Araib Group Director, Horticulture & Community Division, National Parks Board
	Dr Mat White Senior Scientist at the Vienna CogSciHub, University of Vienna

(led by the PUB, Singapore’s National Water Agency)


Given the increasing awareness of climate change, cities all over the world are taking steps to mitigate risks and adapt to the changing climate. Focusing on coastal protection, the session will share insights and lessons learnt from the strategies and measures each city has adopted to enhance its resilience against sea level rise and other coastal risks.

Moderator

	Professor Yong Kwet Yew Chairman, PUB's Coastal Protection Expert Panel

Panelists

Cities are where people gather and thrive. A good city must prioritise healthy longevity and quality of life.

Likewise globally, Singaporeans are living longer. Longer lifespan is more meaningful if it is spent in good health. Singapore adjusts and adapts continuously to prepare for an ageing population, to ensure the inclusivity of our townships for all.

Envisioned as a “people’s city”, Shanghai has implemented place-based approaches to foster low-carbon and healthy lifestyle through urban renewal and governance. Low-carbon urban renewal is integral to achieving public health and carbon emissions’ reduction. Cities must regenerate towards green development such as creating new community spaces and retrofitting existing buildings, to achieve healthy and sustainable living.

Opening Address