Research
Scaling Up Adaptation Finance: A Cross-Sector Approach to Resilient Infrastructure
Discover the City-Led Special Issue of the Journal of City Climate Policy and Economy
Cities are at the heart of the fight against climate change, leading local action and inspiring global progress. To highlight the essential role of urban practitioners in advancing climate solutions, the Journal of City Climate Policy & Economy has released a special issue dedicated to “City-Led Research and Innovation for Action on Climate Change”. Developed … read more
Sustainable Finance Action and Advocacy: A Roadmap for Global South Cities
Executive Summary The urgency of sustainable finance for cities in the Global South cannot be overstated, as they face rapid urbanization and increasing climate vulnerabilities. With over half of the global population residing in cities and an even greater share expected to do so over the next three decades—mostly in the Global South—these regions are … read more
Urgent Call from World’s Cities for $86 Billion of Investment in Next Generation of Climate Infrastructure Projects
2,508 climate-related projects reported in 611 cities across 75 countries in 2024 Total reported investment needs for projects surged by 23% in 2024, reaching US$86 billion Nearly half (48%) of projects remain in early development stages, requiring technical and financial support Top global sectors of projects seeking financing are buildings & energy efficiency, transport and … read more