Global Urban Debates

From Timber Cities to Integrated Urban Planning – How to Make Our Cities More Climate-Friendly

From Timber Cities to Integrated Urban Planning – How to Make Our Cities More Climate-Friendly

By Laura Puttkamer|2021-11-18T10:20:12+01:00November 18th 2021|Categories: Basic Infrastructure & Housing, Global Urban Debates|Tags: COP 26, local climate action, urban planning and construction|

The 11th of November was Cities Day at the recent climate conference COP26 in Glasgow. Together with BMZ and Cities Alliance, GIZ organised an event entitled “Cities built4climate – Shaping the global transformation in construction”. Considering that the construction sector is responsible for about 40 per cent of global CO2 emissions, it is particularly relevant to find ways to cut down emissions in construction.

Urban Migration: To Meet the Needs of Migrants and Displaced People, Trust Cities

Urban Migration: To Meet the Needs of Migrants and Displaced People, Trust Cities

By Samer Saliba|2021-09-23T09:36:09+02:00September 23rd 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates, Governance & Finance|Tags: Beirut, good governance, migration|

The international community should direct their support towards city governments to advance good urban governance that responds to the realities of urban migration, argues Samer Saliba from the Mayors Migration Council.

Reimagining Cities

Reimagining Cities

By Barbara Norman and Peter Newman|2021-08-25T11:41:13+02:00August 25th 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates|Tags: cities of the future, smart city, sustainable urban mobility, urban innovation|

For the world’s growing urban populations, the “new normal” must mean better and sustainable places to live and work, and ways to travel, for all – not just a privileged few. By Barbara Norman and Peter Newman

Cities Of The Future – More Than Just Flying Cars

Cities Of The Future – More Than Just Flying Cars

By Christopher Dekki|2021-08-16T18:03:03+02:00August 5th 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates, Green & Smart Development, Urban Mobility|Tags: cities of the future, inclusive cities|

Christopher Dekki outlines why inclusivity should be at the centre of future urban planning.

Localising SDG 11 Through Inspirational Advocacy

Localising SDG 11 Through Inspirational Advocacy

By Laura Puttkamer|2021-07-27T10:53:30+02:00July 27th 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates|Tags: community-driven development, localising the SDGs, urban innovation|

Can design drive positive change? This was the question at the core of London’s Design Biennale 2021. Laura Puttkamer was there and gives you the latest on the future of the urban designs that are here to change the world.

Localising the SDGs: A Call for Urban Equality as a Guiding Principle

Localising the SDGs: A Call for Urban Equality as a Guiding Principle

By Stephanie Butcher, Camila Cociña, Caren Levy and Christopher Yap|2021-07-06T10:26:45+02:00July 6th 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates, Urban & Metropolitan Governance|Tags: 2030 Agenda, localising the SDGs, SDGs|

Localising the global Sustainable Development Goals presents key challenges to policymakers everywhere. An ‘Urban Equality lens’ however, may help navigate some of the tensions, contradictions, and gaps in the Agenda. By KNOW Investigators

Co-Designing Resilient Recovery in Cities – New Partnerships for a New Era

Co-Designing Resilient Recovery in Cities – New Partnerships for a New Era

By Dana Omran and Nazmul Huq|2021-06-29T08:38:23+02:00June 29th 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates, Urban Health|Tags: green recovery, urban resilience|

Dana Omran from the Resilient Cities Network and Dr Nazmul Huq from ICLEI present the Resilient Cities Action Package (ReCAP).

The Monoculture of Midtown Manhattan

The Monoculture of Midtown Manhattan

By Phil Myrick|2021-07-14T08:48:49+02:00June 15th 2021|Categories: Economic Development, Global Urban Debates|Tags: green recovery, New York City, urban infrastructure|

Highlighting yet another long-lasting effect of the COVID-19 pandemic, Phil Myrick takes a look at the concept of central business districts – and argues that its upcoming end is something to look forward to.

What is Next for Cities and Climate? Three Established Strategies for Advancing Climate Collaborations

What is Next for Cities and Climate? Three Established Strategies for Advancing Climate Collaborations

By Paola Adriázola|2021-05-27T08:15:25+02:00May 27th 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates, Multi Stakeholder Partnerships|Tags: Africa, Asia, local climate action, municipal governance|

With climate change impacts intensifying in the coming years, governmental action is now needed more than ever. Paola Adriázola introduces proven collaborative strategies for municipalities and regions around the world.

Collaborative Climate Action: A Pre-Requisite for More Ambitious Climate Policy

Collaborative Climate Action: A Pre-Requisite for More Ambitious Climate Policy

By Monika Zimmermann|2021-11-04T16:52:26+01:00May 18th 2021|Categories: Climate Change & Resilience, Global Urban Debates|Tags: climate change mitigation, local climate action|

The GIZ publication "Collaborative Climate Action - A Pre-Requisite for more Ambitious Climate Policy" explains why fighting climate change and its negative impacts requires the systematic cooperation of all governmental levels in order to be successful.

Infographics: Urbanisation and Urban Development in Jordan

Infographics: Urbanisation and Urban Development in Jordan

By URBANET|2021-11-04T12:25:07+01:00May 6th 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates|Tags: Amman, infographics, Jordan, sustainable urban development, urbanisation|

URBANET's latest country series focuses on Jordan, and as always, we start the series with a collection of infographics! Learn more about urban development in a country where urbanisation has been a powerful factor for more than 30 years.

Rethinking “Fortress Europe”: Public Spaces from Idomeni to Thessaloniki, Greece

Rethinking “Fortress Europe”: Public Spaces from Idomeni to Thessaloniki, Greece

By Isabell Enssle|2021-04-20T08:45:40+02:00April 20th 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates, Urban & Metropolitan Governance|Tags: Greece, inclusive cities, migration, public space, Thessaloniki|

After years of ongoing crisis, the once called temporary measures at the EU borders have become constant ones: the Fortress Europe has solidified. Isabell Enssle presents the effects the fortified border has for communities and public spaces from the North Macedonian-Greek borderline to the city of Thessaloniki, linking them with a tool kit for inclusive public spaces.

Realising Inclusive Cities by Rethinking Urban Mobility

Realising Inclusive Cities by Rethinking Urban Mobility

By Christopher Dekki|2021-04-08T13:53:21+02:00April 8th 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates, Urban Mobility|Tags: inclusive cities, New York City, urban planning|

Inclusion has always been a conscious policy choice. Christopher Dekki reveals how cities around the world are increasingly prioritising the mobility needs of a select few rather than providing safe and accessible spaces for all.

Perceptions Data Reveal Patterns of Tenure Insecurity in the Middle East and North Africa

Perceptions Data Reveal Patterns of Tenure Insecurity in the Middle East and North Africa

By Shahd Mustafa|2021-03-23T09:51:34+01:00March 23rd 2021|Categories: Global Urban Debates|Tags: housing, land tenure rights, Middle East, North Africa|

Understanding what drives perceived security can help policymakers and urban planners make better choices. Shahd Mustafa shares new findings from Prindex’s report on land rights in the Arab region.

Do Land-Based Commons Lead to More Inclusive Cities in the Global South?

Do Land-Based Commons Lead to More Inclusive Cities in the Global South?

By Irène Salenson, Eric Denis and Claire Simonneau|2021-03-04T10:47:03+01:00March 4th 2021|Categories: Basic Infrastructure & Housing, Global Urban Debates|Tags: affordable housing, inclusive cities, land tenure rights|

What is the impact of land-based commons on tenure security and on progresses toward “inclusive cities”? Eric Denis, Claire Simonneau, and Irène Salenson explore cases of collective housing projects in Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

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