A conference presentation developing a framework that connects metabolic imperialism, world-systems analysis, multispecies agency and nature-based urban transformations. The presentation examines inequalities embedded in the material and ecological relations of nature-based urban transformation. The discussion centres on Metabolic imperialism, Nature-based transformations, Ecological unequal exchange, and Multispecies justice.

The contribution is developed through Conceptual framework development, interdisciplinary literature review, and exploratory application. The geographical or conceptual scope is Global urban transformations. It was presented at POLLEN 2026 during 2026.

The contribution reflects the Lab’s interdisciplinary approach, combining quantitative and qualitative evidence to translate urban-metabolism research into planning, design, governance or policy.