Integration Of Green Infrastructure In Urban Design: Enhancing Ecological And Social Resilience

Climate change creates heat stress and loss of biodiversity and the challenges of sustainability of the environment and community well-being in the context of urbanization. The use of green infrastructure (GI) in urban design can be seen as a strategy to address these challenges, improve ecological stability, and promote social inclusion. This article synthesizes current literature about the contributions of GI such as green roofs, urban parks, and rain gardens in managing environmental challenges in urban areas and enhancing public health. The review also compares the advantages of GI in terms of environmental impact, including the protection of ecological systems, reduction of the urban heat island effect, and the social impact, including the promotion of the health of the community and the improvement of social interactions. However, there are disadvantages like financial problems, lack of information, bureaucratic issues, and expenses for maintenance which prevent the implementation of the method. These challenges can be addressed and overcome using other mechanisms such as strategic policy frameworks, innovative approaches in urban planning, and active community engagement to fully harness the benefits of GI. This study shows that there is a need to factor in GI in urban planning to achieve sustainable and adaptive cities for future environmental and social change. © 2025, Green Publication. All rights reserved.