Regenerative urbanism is about transforming spaces for people and the planet, through wholistic action for systemic change. In an era of poly-crises – defined by climate threat, social inequality and biodiversity loss – we must rethink systems for food, energy, water, waste, transport, land and housing. Beyond sustainability or minimising harm, and far from heavy-handed models of ‘urban regeneration’, a regenerative paradigm seeks to heal, restore, renew and revitalise ecosystems, actively improving environmental and social well-being.  From leading First Nations experts in landscape design and architecture, to urban agriculture, restorative infrastructure, circular industries, and the creative economy, speakers and events at this year’s Festival of regenerative Urbanism offer new and exciting possibilities for change.

Hero image credit to Barangaroo Harbour Park design by AKIN.