Nature and green spaces play a vital role in the
social, physical, psychological, and environmental
health and well-being of cities and their residents.
They serve as a community-building space for
people to gather, play, exercise, celebrate, learn,
relax, reflect, and enjoy city life.
Sharing success stories from LEED-certified
projects helps guide other cities toward achieving
tangible progress. The following case studies from
Royal Oak, MI; Denver, CO; and Atlanta, GA discuss
the importance of urban nature and highlight
strategies for improving access to green spaces.
