Edyta Skiba

Researcher and Designer at Lodz University of Technology and BBGK Architekci | Poland

Edyta Skiba is a researcher and designer at Łódź University of Technology and BBGK Architekci, passionate about creating more sustainable, livable urban environments. With a sharp, critical eye on urban development, she investigates how miscommunication between stakeholders can lead to unintended consequences and poor outcomes. As the conversation around sustainable city management heats up, Edyta stresses the importance of improved collaboration to tackle these complex challenges. A dynamic panel moderator, Edyta works to bridge siloed approaches to urban planning by fostering dialogue and highlighting the key issues that arise when communication breaks down. She is particularly focused on combating "greenwashing" in urban nature protection and advocating for better management of peri-urban areas—often overlooked yet full of potential for green space and ecological health. Edyta is committed to integrating natural systems into urban design, believing that a balanced approach to growth is essential for both the environment and the well-being of city dwellers. By sharing both successes and lessons learned, she aims to accelerate the shift toward truly sustainable cities.