New buildings must present 'no net loss' to nature, says Climate Change Council

The Climate Change Advisory Council mandates new development regulations ensuring no net loss to biodiversity, highlighting urgent measures against biodiversity loss.

• The Climate Change Advisory Council (CCAC) emphasizes that planning regulations must guarantee no net loss to biodiversity in new construction projects.
• This directive aims to preserve ecosystems and promote nature-based solutions, essential for combating global biodiversity loss.
• The CCACs recommendations come amid increasing concerns over biodiversity degradation linked to urban development and land use changes.
• By enforcing these regulations, the council intends to mitigate the impacts of the Köppen climate classification on local ecosystems and habitats.
• The initiative reflects a growing recognition of the need for sustainable development practices that integrate environmental considerations into planning processes.