Migration and Climate

Climate-induced Displacement: Loss and Damage in Bangladesh

By |2023-11-08T14:49:58+01:00November 7th 2023|

As climate change exacerbates displacement and loss in Bangladesh, Saleemul Huq and Lutfor Rahman call for a collaborative global effort to address loss and damage funding. The upcoming COP28 in Dubai may be a game changer.

Climate Adaptation

Can Shared Urban Spaces Become Our Shield Against the Climate Crisis?

By |2023-11-08T14:51:15+01:00October 31st 2023|

Rethinking the role of shared urban spaces is essential in tackling the impacts of climate change, says Maria Sitzoglou. Discover how cities worldwide are transforming existing urban areas to combat extreme weather and create resilient, inclusive communities.

Climate Adaptation

A Small Town Copes With Big Disaster: What Can We Learn from Mongla in Bangladesh?

By |2023-11-08T14:51:48+01:00October 26th 2023|

Mongla in Bangladesh is facing adverse climate change impacts. What can we learn from the town’s efforts to minimise the effects using its capacity and leadership? By Lutfor Rahman

Climate Adaptation

From Risk Aversion to Climate Resilience: MHT’s Climate Risk Insurance Game

By |2024-01-05T13:02:00+01:00October 10th 2023|

Women are particularly affected by climate change. Chirayu Brahmbhatt introduces an innovative game on climate risk insurance for female empowerment.

Climate Adaptation

Cycling in the Heat: Overcoming Challenges and Promoting Sustainable Mobility

By |2023-11-08T14:53:13+01:00October 5th 2023|

Hot weather conditions can discourage urban dwellers from biking. Mathias Merforth introduces inspiring city approaches that promote cycling despite the obstacles faced. Join the ride!

Urban Climate Resilience

Building Bridges for Resilience: Bonn’s Impactful Network for Change

By |2024-01-05T12:56:22+01:00June 14th 2023|

Resilience and preparedness are vital conditions for safeguarding the future of our cities. Stefan Wagner, Head of Germany’s Office for International Affairs and Global Sustainability in Bonn, illuminates the city’s new role as an MCR2030 Global Resilience Hub.

Energy in Cities

Improving Thermal Comfort in Community Buildings in India’s Informal Settlements

By |2024-01-04T16:41:26+01:00April 11th 2023|

India has a long tradition of building climate-friendly houses. But in the case of informal settlements, applying this knowledge presents many difficulties. This leads to intense heat stress for residents. However, there is hope on the horizon, as we highlight an exciting initiative: utilising innovative design solutions for thermal comfort in community buildings in Chennai and Coimbatore - an Urban Living Lab approach.

Just Transition

Building Resilience in Bangladesh’s Informal Settlements

By |2024-01-04T16:43:20+01:00February 21st 2023|

The impacts of climate change are heavily felt by urban dwellers in Bangladesh – especially in the informal settlements of fast-growing cities. The ERUP project aims to provide solutions that will enable communities to build resilience against the negative effects of climate change.

Nature-based Solutions

Nature-Based Solutions in Quito: From Flooding Issues to a River of Positive Change

By |2024-01-05T12:50:29+01:00December 20th 2022|

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 journalist Mark Douglas Wessel explores how Ecuador’s capital is leveraging the power of Nature-based Solutions to cope with these challenges.

Nature-based Solutions

Building with Nature in Urban Contexts – Chances and Challenges of Nature-based Solutions

By |2024-01-05T12:50:07+01:00December 15th 2022|

With more than half of the global population living in urban areas, cities need new solutions to tackle climate-related challenges. Erik van Eekelen, Matthijs Bouw, Reinder Brolsma and Harro Wieringa on the approach of Building with Nature.

Cities built4climate

Applying Ancestral Lessons to Contemporary Realities – A Return to Ghana’s Architectural Heritage

By |2024-01-04T16:30:59+01:00November 15th 2022|

Breathing new life into city architecture through native materials and construction techniques will catalyse lasting change and adaptability amidst unpredictable climate change-related incidences. Kweku Addo-Atuah on a return to Ghana's architectural heritage.

COP27

Needing No Less Than a Revolution – Building For a Sustainable Future Climate

By |2024-01-04T16:31:42+01:00November 8th 2022|

To get cities back on track to avoid building towards a climate crisis, actions must start today. Donovan Storey and Etta Madete Mukuba on sustainable design principles, alternative building materials, and technologies.

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