IGBC Lunch & Learn: Framework for a Nature-Positive Built Environment

Stop Talking About “Nature-Positive.” Start Building It.

As biodiversity loss accelerates and climate risks intensify, the built environment sector is under growing pressure to move from commitment to action.

But one key challenge remains: clarity on what “nature-positive” actually means in practice.

To mark National Biodiversity Week 2026, this IGBC Lunch & Learn will introduce a comprehensive framework developed by the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) — designed to help organisations take clear, practical steps towards a nature-positive built environment.

Event Overview

This session will unpack a structured framework that provides:

• Clear definitions of “nature-positive” tailored to the built environment
• 8 actionable steps mapped across the full lifecycle of a built asset
• 5 key calls to action to accelerate uptake across the sector
• Practical guidance aligned with existing regulations and industry frameworks

The framework is designed to support organisations in embedding biodiversity, resilience, and nature-based thinking into real projects and decision-making processes.

What You’ll Learn

• Why becoming nature-positive is now a business and regulatory imperative
• How to apply the 8-step framework across design, construction, and operation
• How to align nature-positive actions with existing policies and standards
• How to identify opportunities to reduce risk and enhance long-term asset value
• How to build a clear, actionable roadmap for implementation

Speaker

Macarena Cárdenas

Macarena Cárdenas is a recognised leader in nature-positive and climate-resilient strategies in the built environment, with over 22 years of experience spanning science, academia, industry, and the non-profit sector.

She specialises in translating complex environmental challenges into practical, risk-informed strategies and frameworks that enable organisations to act with clarity and confidence.

Her work focuses on designing tools, roadmaps, and collaborative approaches that support long-term resilience and meaningful impact across the built environment.

Why This Matters Now

The transition to a nature-positive built environment is no longer optional.

With increasing focus on biodiversity, climate risk, and frameworks such as TNFD, organisations must be equipped with clear guidance to act effectively.

This session provides a practical starting point.

Register Now

This is a free online session open to all.

👉 Secure your place today.