Conference on Climate Change and Urban Horticulture
A seminar named “Urban Horticulture in Combating Climate Change” was arranged by the Department of Horticulture at MNS-University of Agriculture, Multan, and was scheduled for December 26, 2023. The conference’s main focus was on practical strategies for addressing climate change in urban settings.
Participants gained knowledge on how horticulture may increase carbon sequestration, lower urban heat islands, and contribute to better air quality. The goal of the seminar was to equip attendees with practical environmental solutions that may be used in urban settings. The event aimed to develop sustainable urban horticulture methods to address climate challenges directly by encouraging a proactive community.
Urban Horticulture’s Significance in Reducing Climate Change
One important strategy for alleviating the consequences of climate change in urban areas is urban horticulture. By reducing the impact of the urban heat island, adding vegetation and greenery to metropolitan areas can help reduce temperatures.
By producing oxygen and absorbing contaminants, plants enhance air quality and promote healthier living environments. Urban gardening contributes to carbon sequestration by absorbing atmospheric carbon dioxide and retaining it in soil and plants. These actions improve metropolitan areas’ aesthetic and recreational value as well as the environment, which contributes to general well-being.
Interactive Conversations
- Ideas for incorporating green areas into urban settings were shared by the participants.
- investigated cutting-edge ideas such as employing native plants, rooftop farming, and vertical gardens.
- Practical ideas for sustainable urban gardening emerged from cooperative talks.
Encouraging Communities Through Urban Horticulture
The focus of the seminar’s conclusion was on enabling local groups to implement urban gardening techniques. Participants investigated how group initiatives can result in notable environmental gains in urban environments. Discussions also focused on growing community gardens, adding greenery to rooftops, and integrating plants into urban design.
These programs not only contribute to the fight against climate change but also improve metropolitan areas’ livability and aesthetic attractiveness. In order to put these sustainable solutions into practice, participants were urged to work with local government agencies and NGOs. Through the power of horticulture, the conference inspired a proactive approach to creating greener, more resilient communities.