Sarajevo

AREA:
141.5 km2 (54.6 sq mi)
POPULATION:
275,524
Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo, the capital and largest city of Bosnia and Herzegovina is advancing ambitious efforts toward low-carbon and climate-resilient urban development. Surrounded by mountains and facing frequent air quality challenges, the city is investing in cleaner transport systems, energy-efficient buildings, and renewable heating solutions. Through initiatives supported by UNDP and the European Union, Sarajevo is integrating climate considerations into local planning and piloting nature-based measures to reduce pollution and manage flood risks. These actions, together with citizen-driven projects on waste reduction and sustainable mobility, position Sarajevo as a growing model for green urban transformation in Southeast Europe.

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Transit-Oriented Development

Transit-Oriented Development Public transportation is often a city’s best strategy to curb congestion and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. But rapidly expanding populations and insufficient financing

Municipal PPP

Well-designed and well-managed Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) can deliver high-quality and cost-efficient infrastructure, helping municipalities address critical infrastructure needs in the face

Gender and Cities

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