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.
Report
Climate Change Infrastructure Project Screening Framework (for Mitigation and Adaptation)
This tool helps catalyzing the next generation of investments in cities for climate-smart, greener, more resilient, and inclusive urbanization.Tool
Addressing Gender Gaps in Housing Interventions
Cities must grow sustainably and inclusively; gender‑aware housing policies are essential to close gaps in access, security, and finance.
A Catalogue of Nature-Based Solutions for Urban Resilience
The catalogue guides cities in using nature‑based solutions for resilience, outlining principles and fourteen NbS families for investment.
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Municipal Finance
This report assesses the impact of the pandemic on local governments’ financial situations through cross-country analysis and comparison.
Gender Dimensions of Disaster Risk and Resilience: Existing Evidence
The report reviews gendered disaster impacts, identifies gaps, and offers a framework to assess gender dynamics in resilience.
Building on nature: Area-based conservation as a key tool for delivering SDGs
The guidance shows how protected areas advance SDGs, offering case studies and tools for integrating conservation into development strategies.
Pancakes to Pyramids: City Form to Promote Sustainable Growth
The report explains how cities shift from sprawling “pancakes” to dense “pyramids” to improve growth and reduce emissions.
Bridging the Gap in Solid Waste Management: Governance Requirements for Results
The paper offers practical guidance to help authorities strengthen solid waste governance despite fiscal constraints and limited capacities.
