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The State of African Cities 2018: The geography of African investment

The report guides African cities in attracting FDI responsibly, balancing competitiveness with inclusive growth and regional cooperation needs.

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Financing Sustainable Cities Initiative

The initiative links cities and investors, providing knowledge, assistance, and tools to scale financing for sustainable urban infrastructure.

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Decision Maker’s Guides for Solid Waste Management Technologies

The guides help mayors assess solid waste technologies by outlining functions, costs, examples, and key questions for vendors.

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Water Infrastructure Criteria under the Climate Bonds Standard

The report explains how new green‑bond criteria enable investment in natural water infrastructure, supporting climate‑smart ecosystem protection.

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Sustainable Urban Transport Financing from the Sidewalk to the Subway: Capital, Operations, and Maintenance Financing

The report assesses urban transport underfunding and recommends mixed financing tools to fund sustainable systems from sidewalks to subways.

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Financing Transit-Oriented Development with Land Values: Adapting Land Value Capture in Developing Countries

The book shows how development‑based land value capture can finance transit and support sustainable growth.

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Public Procurement for a Circular Economy

The guidance outlines the policy foundations, strategic preparation, and planning steps recommended before initiating public procurement.

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World Bank Outcome Bond Helps Support Ecosystem Restoration in South Africa

A World Bank outcome bond mobilizes private capital for large‑scale plant restoration, supporting carbon removal, biodiversity and jobs.

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Thematic Reports for the GEF Sustainable Cities Program

A synthesis of four thematic reports exploring integration, financing, financial archetypes, and just transition to help cities scale nature-based solutions.

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