Seattle

AREA:
369 km2
POPULATION:
764,753
United States

Seattle serves as a lighthouse city under the GEF-8 Sustainable Cities Integrated Program (SCIP), contributing its experience in climate resilience, green mobility, and circular economy innovation through the GPSC Global Knowledge Platform. As one of the leading U.S. cities advancing a just transition to carbon neutrality, Seattle integrates equity-focused climate policies, data-driven planning, and nature-based solutions into urban management. The city’s Climate Action Plan commits to net-zero emissions by 2050 and prioritizes decarbonization of transport, buildings, and waste systems while protecting vulnerable communities. By sharing its lessons on adaptive infrastructure and inclusive governance, Seattle supports peer cities in designing integrated, low-carbon, and people-centered urban pathways.

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Transit-Oriented Development

What is TOD? Why TOD Matters From Concept to Practice Making TOD Work Explore Resources Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is an integrated approach to urban planning that aligns transport, land use

Municipal PPP

What is Municipal PPP? Why Municipal PPP Matters Understanding the Context The PPP Project Cycle Municipal PPP Framework Municipal Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are long-term collaborations

Gender and Cities

Why Gender Matters Our Approach What We Do Explore Our Resources Featured Resources Gender equality is essential to achieving sustainable, resilient, and inclusive cities. Climate change

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