News & Blogs
Featuring voices from cities, experts, and partners, these stories of innovation and impact are drawn from across the GPSC’s global network. News and blogs showcase progress, lessons, and thought leadership on sustainable urban development.
From Silos to Systems for Livable Cities: Embracing nature and biodiversity
Indonesian cities are integrating climate resilience, biodiversity, and infrastructure planning to support more livable and sustainable urban development. 
The Wetland Advantage: Nature-Based Solutions Power Rwanda’s Urban Future
Kigali is restoring urban wetlands to reduce flooding, improve biodiversity, support jobs and tourism, and strengthen long-term city resilience. 
Transforming our cities: a collective path to sustainability
The Sustainable Cities Program supports cities with integrated planning, innovation, financing, and partnerships to advance resilient, low‑carbon, and nature‑positive development. 
Cities Advance Green Urban Infrastructure and Urban Nature Tourism at GPSC City Academy in Samarkand
Held alongside the GEF 8th Assembly in Samarkand, the Academy brought together participants from over 20 countries to develop city action plans and advance nature-positive urban development. 
Ningbo Launches Biodiversity Index and Advances Urban Conservation Efforts
Supported by the World Bank and GEF-7, Ningbo advances urban biodiversity through planning, monitoring, and its first Biodiversity Index.
