Urban Ecosystems
Urbanization is a driving force of global environmental and social change. Sustainable, climate-resilient urban development that supports healthy human communities and functioning ecosystems is therefore a crucial future task facing contemporary society. Key will be to promote nature, biodiversity and ecosystem services across urban landscapes.
The aim of the research area "Urban Ecosystems" is to advance the fundamental understanding of the diverse interactions between urban nature and human society through inter- and transdisciplinary research. In doing so, research aims to develop and test strategies for urban landscape transformation through nature-based solutions.
To learn more about this research focus within the School of Life Sciences / Department of Life Science Systems, you can contact: urbanecology@tum.de
Project highlights
Research focuses on urban biodiversity, climate change adaptation through green infrastructure, urban forestry and urban trees, and urban agriculture. Selected projects give deeper insights into our work.
CUT – Climate and Urban Trees
Project news
Sustainable and climate-resilient urban development
Urban Oases in Times of Climate Change
Urban animals
Animal Aided Design for sustainable, climate-friendly and thus future-oriented settlement concepts
Colourful ribbons for our cities in times of climate change
Near-natural urban flowering areas along transport axes to promote ecological functionality
Effects of climate change on nature visualized
On the idea of Green Warming Stripes
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