Diverse urban nature is an essential part of Helsinki’s attractiveness. Green areas also have a major role to play in cities’ adaptation to climate change. In accordance with the City’s guidelines, no construction will be planned in the most valuable nature areas, and about one third of the City’s land area must be reserved for forested or wooded areas also in the future. All Helsinki residents will continue to have an easy access to local nature.
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Green areas offer recreational possibilities for residents, as well as sustaining biodiversity in the urban setting and the cultural environments of different eras. However, green areas do not remain attractive without any support, and the green network of the growing city of Helsinki must be developed systematically.