When urban communities are
engaged in policy and decision making, and empowered with financial resources,
the results are more inclusive and durable.
Let’s put our communities at the heart of the cities of
the future."
Adapting Cities for
Climate Resilience
Cities worldwide are increasingly suffering the effects of climate-related
disasters, such as floods, droughts, sea level rise, heatwaves, landslides and
storms. At least 130 port cities with over one million inhabitants are expected
to be affected by coastal flooding and the one billion people in urban informal
settlements are particularly at risk.
Creating more sustainable, climate-resilient societies involves addressing
a range of issues including poverty reduction, ensuring basic services
livelihoods, the provision of accessible, affordable and adequate housing,
investing in infrastructure, upgrading informal settlements and managing
ecosystems. Successful, well-governed cities greatly reduce climate-related
risks for their populations.
Read more about this year's World Cities Day general theme: Better City, Better life, and
this year’s sub-theme: Adapting Cities for Climate Resilience.
Events
World Cities Day will represent the culmination of
the month-long celebration of Urban October, which this year promotes ambitious
climate action in cities. Create your own event!
#INTERNATIONAL_DAY #HWPL #IWPG #EVENT #CITY
#URBAN #COVID_19 #WARP_OFFICE
This is an encouraging post in these climate-challenged times.
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