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World Cities Report 2024: Cities And Climate Action

The World Cities Report 2024 by UN-Habitat, highlights the critical role of urban policies, sustainable housing, and infrastructure in driving climate action. It emphasizes locally-led, inclusive solutions to avoid exclusionary effects like "green gentrification" and calls for stronger governance and financing to unlock cities' potential for climate resilience. This report provides a roadmap for transformative urban climate action, aligned with the New Urban Agenda and SDG 11, showcasing how cities can lead a sustainable and equitable future.

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