Role of Cities in Tackling Climate Change
On 18th May, 2023, the World Bank released a report, titled "Thriving: Making Cities Green, Resilient, and Inclusive in a Changing Climate”.
The report highlights the critical role of cities in tackling the global climate challenge. It also provides valuable insights for local and national policymakers to create greener, more resilient, and inclusive cities.
Aim of the Report
The primary aim was to evaluate the present condition of cities concerning their green, resilient, and inclusive attributes, alongside an exploration of the complex interplay between cities and climate change.
Key Findings
- CO2 Emissions: Cities in high- and upper-middle-income countries are the least ....
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- 3 Carbon Farming: Path to Sustainable Agriculture & Decarbonization
- 4 IUCN’s First Global Mangrove Assessment
- 5 Heat Action Plans: Tackling Heat & Its Impacts
- 6 Plastic Waste Management : New Rules
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- 8 India's National Framework for Climate Services
- 9 India’s Groundwater Depletion: UNU-EHS Report
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