Home » Resource DatabaseBiodiversity and the benefits for human health Swiss Re (October 2021) Swiss Re Institute demonstrates just how beneficial time spent in nature can be for physical and mental well-being. Increasing access and improving green areas in cities and suburbs can reduce health effects caused by air pollution, excessive noise and extreme heat – and should be a priority for health care and disease prevention, policy making, nature conservation and urban development. This resource is relevant for the following sectors: InfrastructureReal EstateReal Estate Services This resource is relevant for the following biomes: LandIntensive land-use systems