Multilevel Governance Dialogues for greener, more resilient cities
Multilevel governance dialogues have taken place across seven UrbanShift countries, engaging city representatives from diverse urban contexts.
Unearthing inequity: Three reflections on advancing rural-urban solutions for land, climate, and justice
Who owns the land, and who gets to decide how it’s used? These questions are not just about property—they are about power, rights, and justice. Explore the vital connections between urban and rural areas and the role of gender justice in sustainable land management.
‘Women must make something out of nothing’: On the frontlines in Izmir’s climate resilience efforts
In Izmir’s Pazaryeri and Imariye neighborhoods, women are on the frontlines of climate resilience, navigating floods, heatwaves, and economic challenges while leading solutions that strengthen entire communities.
How green bonds are shaping the future of sustainable investment
Green bonds can unlock infrastructure investment opportunities for cities and nations to finance transformative solutions.
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10 Tips for a Successful Forest Circular Economy from Shimokawa, Japan
Shimokawa Town in Hokkaido is the smallest member of ICLEI Japan. Rich in forest resources, it has become a model…
Healing the Australian landscape: The wisdom of First Peoples and cultural burning
By embracing the wisdom of First Peoples and integrating cultural burning into modern land management, we can protect landscapes, restore ecosystems, and strengthen our connection with nature.
Bursting the bubble? Engaging the disengaged for equitable climate transitions
To ensure climate policies are more socially balanced, particularly in addressing the needs and participation of structurally disadvantaged populations, the INCLU:DE project promotes a shift in focus from incentivizing to enabling. How do cities design local climate actions that speak to all different realities?
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Rainwater Utilization as a Key to Enhancing Urban Resilience by Sumida City, Japan
Addressing Urban Water Challenges in a Changing Climate As the impacts of climate change become increasingly apparent, concerns over the…
Top five most-read ICLEI stories in 2024
To wrap up 2024, we delve into the diverse array of stories that proved to be our most popular of the year – five stories that resonated, shaping and informing perspectives on sustainable urban development.
Collecting data, building trust: Climate Resilience for Communities project advances in Izmir
Imagine a neighborhood facing regular flooding and heat waves, where residents know which streets become impassable, which houses and businesses…
Protecting our communities with resilient urban water systems
Water challenges often exacerbate social inequalities. Examples from São Paulo, Puducherry, and Boulder showcase innovative practices such as data-driven decision-making, valuing natural water storage, and community engagement in water management.
Understanding urban loss: A step toward climate justice
Loss and Damage is a crucial concept in the global climate dialogue, addressing the adverse effects of climate change that cannot be avoided through mitigation and adaptation efforts. This blog delves into the latest discussions from Daring Cities 2024 Bonn Dialogues and the SB60 in Bonn, shedding light on the progress and challenges on Loss and Damage.