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
Natural Asset and Biodiversity Valuation in Cities
Cities increasingly value natural assets; this paper offers a framework to assess them and guide sustainable, biodiversity‑based decisions.
Natural Asset and Biodiversity Valuation in Cities [Conference Edition]
The paper shows how cities use innovative planning to value natural assets, protect biodiversity, and enhance urban wellbeing.
Ending Tropical Deforestation: REDD+: Lessons from National and Subnational Implementation
The report distills lessons from global REDD+ efforts to guide stronger, future forest‑based climate‑mitigation strategies.
Implementing Nature-based Flood Protection: Principles and Implementation Guidance
The guidance outlines principles for planning nature‑based flood solutions, helping practitioners design resilient alternatives to engineered measures.
Land degradation and cities: The essential role of local and regional governments
The briefing stresses tackling land degradation through systemic approaches that recognise urban drivers and empower local and regional governments.
Nature-based solutions for sustainable urban development
Tree planting, green roofs, parks, and wetland restoration strengthen urban resilience and deliver social, environmental, and economic benefits.
