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By 2050, almost two-thirds of the world’s population will live in cities, which already consume most of the world’s energy and emit the majority of greenhouse gases. This makes urban areas central to both the causes of climate change and the solutions. The white paper argues that decarbonizing cities is not only environmental policy, but a strategic industrial agenda. It introduces the “city-industry-climate nexus,” where infrastructure, production systems, value chains, and climate action converge. Cities host the industries that supply
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 of
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COVID-19: Safeguarding lives and livelihoods - A checklist guide for local governments
The COVID-19 pandemic is disrupting communities and cities around the world. This guide provides a framework for adaptation by local
Global Responses to COVID-19 in Slums
There are many reasons why slums are at high rick: High population densities contribute to rapid and broader spread of
Slum inhabitants are the most vulnerable groups in the short and long-term: The risk exposure to the virus is likely
Why can resilient housing change the world?
Why can resilient housing change the world? This brochure provides worldwide data about the necessity of resilient housing.
Best practices and lessons learned: Integrated planning of Asuncion's Metropolitan Area
Within the project, we strive to develop and strengthen dialogue and coordination among different institutions, including civil society and the
We sought to design a bicycle network for the Metropolitan Area of Asuncion (AMA), to promote the use of bicycles
Gender Dimensions of the COVID-19 Pandemic (English)
Experiences from previous pandemics and large-scale shocks show that these crises often affect men and women differently. Specifically, the effectiveness
The Hidden Wealth of Cities: Creating, Financing, and Managing Public Spaces
In every city, the urban spaces that form the public realm—ranging from city streets, neighborhood squares, and parks to public
Urban Land and Housing Market Assessment: A Toolkit
The Urban Land and Housing Market Assessment Toolkit aims to assist practitioners in undertaking a standard upstream diagnosis to inform
This report discusses the impacts of transport projects on wildlife and biodiversity in Asia, and how to address them by
