The local government plays a crucial role in defining and harnessing the benefits of urban low emission resilient development pathways for its community. However, this is also the level of government which has to deal with severe capacity constraints, both staff and financial, and faces conflicting priorities on a daily basis. This implies the need to optimize time and staff capacity wisely. The Solutions Gateway supports this view, to guide, showcase examples of good practice, with a focus on proven solutions for low emission and sustainable development. This sourcebook provides a snapshot overview of the guidance, for those readers who do not have access to the internet or who wish to take time to ponder the guidance offered.