Translated by Andrés Martínez Forero
During the Conference on Biological Diversity COP16, Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán participated in the panel 'Path to Compliance in Biodiversity from a Local Perspective.' This forum allowed for the exchange of experiences with different local and regional actors concerning the development of tools and the implementation of actions that contribute to achieving national and international goals; as well as the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and ecosystem services.
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In this panel, the mayor of the Colombian capital commented that Bogotá has begun to implement a comprehensive strategy on land, air, and water that aims to reduce pollution levels and protect the city's biodiversity. This strategy addresses challenges such as fires and low reservoir levels.
Mayor Galán also indicated that effectively managing a city's biodiversity requires a holistic and collaborative approach. Accurate diagnostics of problems are essential, for which constant information is needed to monitor the conservation status of ecosystems.
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Regarding the message on how to promote nature-based development, Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán said that on this path to sustainability, technology and innovation play a crucial role, and Metro Line 1 in Bogotá is an excellent example of sustainable development, as its trains and stations will optimize energy consumption.
