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International Day of Zero Waste - Urban Thinkers Campus – What Cities Can Do?
On March 30th, 2023, the world celebrated the International Day of Zero Waste with an UN-Habitat Urban Thinkers Campus. People from all...


Call for Action and Solutions on Zero Waste in Cities - UN Zero Waste Day 2023
Partners of the World Urban Campaign, led by UN-Habitat engaging +270 partner organizations including local and sub-regional governments,...


INTERNATIONAL WASTE DAY - Urban Thinkers Campus - WHAT CITIES CAN DO?
Date and time: 30 March 2023, 13:00-14:30 GMT Organizers: International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) and UN-Habitat Link for...


SAVE THE DATE: International Day of Zero Waste 2023 - 30 MARCH 2023
The International Day of Zero Waste aims to promote sustainable consumption and production patterns and raise awareness about how...


Leave No One Behind – Including Marginalized Communities Through Inclusive Urban Planning
Implementing the concept of Leave No One Behind (LNOB) often correlates with facing multiple challenges on a municipal level. Hannah...


WUC PARTNERS - Invitation to Submit Application for Side Events at UN-Habitat Assembly
We are writing to inform you that the application for side events for the upcoming UN-Habitat Assembly is now open. This is a great...


SAVE THE DATE - 16 MARCH : UTC-Enhancing Climate Resilience through upskilling and capacity building
MARCH 16th 2023 - 8:30AM - 12:00 PM - Location: SEE Institute BACKGROUND: In this Talk Series, you'll discover how to make a meaningful...


Save the date - 1000 Cities, 1 Billion lives
The World Urban Campaign of UN-Habitat recognizes these challenges and is dedicated to promoting sustainable urbanization and improving...


URBAN THINKERS CAMPUS 8.0 - more than 27 UTCs in 2023 !
The World Urban Campaign (WUC) Steering Committee members has recently approved the new applications to host the Urban Thinkers Campus...


Building Resilience in Bangladesh’s Informal Settlements
The impacts of climate change are heavily felt by urban dwellers in Bangladesh – especially in the informal settlements of fast-growing...


Affordable Cities Start With Inclusive Transport and Mobility Systems
Public transport should be a priority of urban planning that focuses on affordable cities for all, argues Christopher Dekki. For some...


Urban Thinkers Campus (Phase 8): Deadline for applications EXTENDED
Dear WUC Partners, dear UTC participants, dear friends We are happy to inform you that the call for proposals for the Urban Thinkers...


The Mask of Tradition – The Influence of Modernity on Traditional Indian Architecture
Traditional architecture is crucial in adapting to geographical conditions. However, modern materials have become a more popular choice...


Health Implications of Urban Heat and Air Pollution & Resilience Planning for African Cities
Urban heat and air pollution in the built environment are interlinked and contribute to increased negative health impacts among urban...


Needing No Less Than a Revolution – Building For a Sustainable Future Climate
In order to get cities back on track to avoid building towards a climate crisis, actions must start today: Donovan Storey and Etta Madete...


SAVE THE DATE: Urban Thinkers Campus Mannheim
The City of Mannheim invites you to the 9th Urban Thinkers Campus on February 17. This year, the discussion sessions will revolve around...


Nature-Based Solutions in Quito: From Flooding Issues to a River of Positive Change
Quito bears the brunt of climate change, from 100-year storms to mudslides to heat waves – all part of the city’s ‘new normal.’ Urban...


Apply to host World Habitat Day and World Cities Day in 2023 and 2024!
UN-Habitat has launched the application process for cities to express interest in hosting the global observance of World Habitat Day or...


(Re)thinking Car-Free Urban Spaces: Kigali’s Imbuga City Walk
We have adapted to living in cities surrounded by cars and asphalt. Josephine Malonza argues on the need to rethink city life and takes...


Sustainable Cities With a Soul
Concrete is the second most consumed material in the world after water, making it an essential component of urban development. However,...
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