Knowledge Products
The GPSC hosts a digital library featuring practical tools, reports, and case studies. Explore curated resources across thematic areas, filtering by topic or region to find the insights required to advance urban sustainability.
Climate Change Infrastructure Project Screening Framework (for Mitigation and Adaptation)
The Climate Change Infrastructure Project Screening Framework (for Mitigation and Adaptation) is a tool to help catalyze the next generation of investments in cities for climate-smart, greener, more resilient, and inclusive urbanization. It has been developed to assess proposed infrastructure investments for World Bank Group (WGB) support and activate increased city ambition to tackle issues of social, environmental, and economic sustainability. The Framework was developed under the Green and Future Cities (GFC) Project, designed to operationalize Türkiye’s National Development PlanTool
Compendium for City Good Practice Series: How Paris Is Leveraging Nature For Climate Resilience
This report, as part of the Compendium for City Good Practice series, highlights Paris's innovative approach to climate resilience through the strategic integration of nature into urban environments. It offers a comprehensive overview of Paris's strategy on urban nature, showcasing how the city is integrating biodiversity into planning, leveraging green spaces, biodiversity corridors, and sustainable landscaping to mitigate the impacts of climate change. The report serves as a valuable resource for cities worldwide seeking to emulate Paris's successful model ofReport
Strategic Assessment of Solid Waste Management Services and Systems in Nepal : Policy Advisory Note
This report Strategic assessment of solid waste management services and systems in Nepal is prepared by the World Bank Team
C40 Action Selection and Prioritisation (ASAP) Tool and resources
The aim of the C40 Action Selection and Prioritisation (ASAP) resources is to support cities in selecting and prioritising actions
Washington, DC – a Living Lab for Sustainability and Innovation
Washington, DC is a compact city, encompassing just under 70 square miles and nearly 700,000 residents. In the wake of
Washington, DC – a Living Lab for Sustainability and Innovation
Washington, DC is a compact city, encompassing just under 70 square miles and nearly 700,000 residents. In the wake of
Policy Solution from the Solution Gateway on Efficient Street Lighting Using LED
Define a policy outlining the requirement to use energy efficient technology in all governmental operations and in all systems providing
Climate Finance Decision-making Tree
This climate finance decision-making tree guides local and regional governments through a series of questions that help them consider different
Successful Local Government Fundraising and Project Pitching
While most local governments struggle to access funds for their low-emission and climate resilient projects, within just one year Brasília
IUCN Global Standard for Nature-based Solutions
This Standard aims to equip users with a robust framework for designing and verifying NbS that yield the outcomes desired
