Sheeja Krishnakumar2025-08-072025-08-072024-12-0597983693806979798369380710http://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-8069-7.ch006https://gnanaganga.alliance.edu.in/handle/123456789/8501This study aims to explore the effectiveness of climate resilience measures in mitigating climate-related adversities, with a particular focus on the role of blue-green infrastructure. It investigates how blue-green infrastructure contributes to climate resilience and assesses its success in urban development both in India and globally. The study also examines the challenges and opportunities associated with implementing blue-green infrastructure in the Indian context, identifying key barriers and enablers for its adoption. The study highlights the alignment of blue-green infrastructure with Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to climate action and sustainable urbanization, offering insights into how such infrastructure can support broader sustainability objectives. Through these analyses, the research provides a comprehensive understanding of the potential of blue-green infrastructure as a climate-resilient solution for urban development.enBlue-Green InfrastructureClimate ResilienceUrban DevelopmentClimate changebook-chapter