« For the past 10 years, CIBI has been actively working towards urban biodiversity and integrating urban ecology professions, particularly ecologists, into real estate project design. It shows a way to combine living elements with urban projects, generating new forms of collaboration and solutions that serve living beings. The BiodiverCity labels developed by CIBI (BiodiverCity Construction for built environments, BiodiverCity Ready for neighborhoods, and BiodiverCity Life for existing structures) are one of the operational, voluntary, and positive responses to the challenges raised in the National Biodiversity Strategy.
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« CIBI, a collective of diverse actors in the living world, urban planning, and real estate, celebrated its 10th anniversary in November 2023! Looking forward to the next 10 years! »

« Urban biodiversity, in relation to the built environment, is a novel approach which in turn stimulates research in the life sciences field. It also brings together an original set of stakeholders. It’s a new sector; new professions are being created ranging from “vege-architect”, “eco-gardener” to “bio-constructor”. We are gardeners spearheading biodiversity enhancement and BiodiverCity®, which acts as a vital platform for federating and structuring this sector. »

« Our involvement with IBPC is part of our CSR objectives specifically as regards sustainable biodiversity and construction. As a real estate stakeholder, we are particularly interested in the BiodiverCity® label in terms of quality of life for our employees on our construction or heavy reconstruction projects. »

« We have observed a rising need among city dwellers for more nature in the city, residential areas, but also on balconies, terraces and roofs. To meet these aspirations, construction professionals need to refer to new skills and tools. That is why Bouygues Construction decided to participate in the creation of the BiodiverCity® label, in order to assess and enhance biodiversity in construction projects. This label should contribute in highlighting the added value of biodiversity in a construction project, in the same manner as energy efficiency labels. »

« Biodiversity in construction is an important emerging subject. Through BiodiverCity®, IPBC offers more than acknowledgement; it is a tool for raising awareness, a clear assessment grid to highlight areas for improvement, an approach, a steering tool. We at Elan actively supported the creation of IBPC. Stakeholders of real estate, architecture, construction, urban landscaping and agriculture, now have a platform and a tool to speak a new language, that of living creatures, well-being, biophilia (need for nature). As ecologists specialised in nature in the city, we consider that it’s a major innovation for construction, a bridge between the worlds of real estate and nature lovers and a wonderful educational tool for all interested parties. »

« To echo the ideas of Bruno Latour, the health crisis we have experienced prompts us to prepare for the ongoing climate change. In the heart of our cities, this change involves managing heat islands, stormwater, and biodiversity as a positive action for our urban well-being. We need to invent new sustainable ecosystems to make the city of tomorrow habitable. CIBI is paving the way for this desirable future with the creation of its labels, and that’s why Biodiversio has joined this venture, engaging in research and development to face challenges no previous generation has encountered. »

« Given the challenges associated with urban biodiversity - maintaining ecological balances, improving quality of life, enhancing resilience to climate change, and public health - it is crucial to mobilize all stakeholders, recognizing each one's role. Ecologists, hydrologists, soil scientists, gardeners, and others are the artists creating cities conducive to life. Our ecologists play an essential role, guiding strategic decisions with a scientific data-driven approach to biodiversity conservation, considering the diversity, quality, and connectivity of habitats. In this context, ARP Astrance is committed to CIBI to act as a catalyst for change, fostering integrated and sustainable solutions for our cities. »

« The Biodivercity® Life certification allows us to go beyond the spectacular effect of the 8-hectare Evergreen campus, giving full value to the diversity of fauna and flora. Thanks to the close collaboration between ecologists, gardeners, and our operations teams, the label has revealed an exceptional biodiversity potential. Crédit Agricole employees become observers and actors through garden and pond tours and activities encouraged by the label. The growth of a wild orchid, the visit of a grey heron, the birth of moorhens, the arrival of bats, as well as a new site aesthetic with controlled mowing and blooming meadows, all contribute to this awareness. The label's purpose is to reveal the biophilic value of Evergreen, fully promoting workplace well-being. »