Optimizing urban ecosystems through green and blue infrastructure: Strategies for sustainability, resilience, and justice

Abstract

This article examines the roles of Green and Blue Infrastructures (GBIs) in enhancing urban sustainability, resilience, and environmental justice. It highlights how GBIs promote biodiversity, reduce pollution, and increase climate resilience through integrating technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and digital twinning. These innovations improve the management and operational efficiency of urban planning. The study emphasizes the socio-economic and health benefits provided by GBIs, which incorporate natural elements into urban areas to foster environmental equity and resource accessibility. Advanced technological interventions are crucial for optimizing GBI functionality, ensuring urban environments are resilient and sustainable. The paper advocates for a holistic approach involving community engagement and policy reforms to distribute GBI benefits equitably, aiming to create urban ecosystems that are environmentally sound, socially just, and economically viable.