Natural resource protection and management: Green infrastructure

Green infrastructure is our nation's natural life support system-an interconnected network of waterways, wetlands, woodlands, wildlife habitats, and other natural areas; greenways, parks and other conservation lands; working farms, ranches and forests; and wilderness and other open spaces that support native species, maintain natural ecological processes, sustain air and water resources and contribute to the health and quality of life. The present paper is aim to give brief idea about Green infrastructure, main elements of it and discuss about urban forests, constructed wetlands, green roofs, green walls, green streets and the planning approach and also the main benefit. This paper highlights reasons why the development of green infrastructure should remain a priority.