Barranquilla

AREA:
154 km² (59.5 sq mi)
POPULATION:
1,342,818
Colombia

Barranquilla, located on Colombia’s Caribbean coast, has become a regional model for integrating nature and climate resilience into urban development, demonstrating how ecological restoration can drive social and economic renewal. Through flagship initiatives such as the Gran Malecón and the restoration of the Magdalena River wetlands, Barranquilla has expanded public access to blue-green infrastructure while enhancing biodiversity and reducing flood risks. The city has actively participated in GPSC events, including the Cities4Biodiversity and the Mayors Forum on Urban Nature and Biodiversity, sharing lessons on coastal resilience, nature-based investment, and inclusive urban regeneration. Barranquilla’s approach exemplifies how Latin American cities can harness nature as a foundation for sustainable and livable urban growth.

Recent initiatives

Transit-Oriented Development

Transit-Oriented Development Public transportation is often a city’s best strategy to curb congestion and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But rapidly expanding populations and insufficient financing

Municipal PPP

Well-designed and well-managed Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) can deliver high-quality and cost-efficient infrastructure, helping municipalities address critical infrastructure needs in the face

Gender and Cities

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