How to build urban climate resilience: A simple methodology for local governments
By Rahul Singh, Senior Project Officer – Sustainability at ICLEI South Asia and Bedoshruti Sadhukhan, Programme Coordinator – Sustainability at ICLEI South Asia…
Copenhagen, striving to be carbon neutral: The economic payoffs
By John J. Berger, PhD, an energy and environmental policy specialist based in the San Francisco Bay Area, who is…
How district energy solutions are changing cities
An increasing number of cities across the world are getting on board and reaping the benefits of district energy. According…
Mayor Anna Tenje takes Växjö, Sweden forward in championing renewable energy
A Member of ICLEI and the Global 100% Renewable Energy Cities & Regions Network, Växjö, Sweden is leading the way…
How cities are using nature for sustainable urban development
Nature-based solutions can address urban challenges exacerbated by growing urban populations and the impacts of climate change. They are multi-functional,…
How Sponge Cities in China manage urban water challenges
Cities in China face significant water-related challenges, including flood, reduced water quality and severe water scarcity – exacerbated by rapid…
The blue, the green, the city in between
by Laura Spray, MSc Candidate in Geography at Universität Bonn / UNU-EHS – United Nations University of Environmental Risk and…
How cities can better manage risks and save money, lives and carbon emissions
Climate change poses an existential threat to cities. This is especially true when we take into account the risks posed…
Learn how to learn with Quito
Quito appreciates learning from other cities. Last October, they demonstrated their spirit of sharing and collaboration during the EcoMobility Days – held…
Nordic solutions with global relevance
Demographic changes in Nordic countries are compounded by climate change impacts, resource scarcity and population growth. This increases the complexity…
A storm is brewing and Copenhagen is ready
In 2012, the City of Copenhagen came to present their freshly adopted Climate Change Adaptation Plan, during a workshop at…
Changing the way we move: The story of Kaohsiung Global Advocacy Practical solutions Transport & mobility Zero emission Development
Experiments in ecomobility: The story of transformation in Kaohsiung
In 2015 the City of Kaohsiung decided it will take a bold step towards a more forward-thinking urban transportation culture….