World Cities Day

UN-Habitat launched the 2024 edition of its World Cities Report at the World Urban Forum (WUF12) , focusing on the urgent intersection of climate action and rapid urbanization . This biennial publication serves as a global reference on sustainable urban knowledge, revealing critical findings. With a vast funding gap of $4.5-5.4 trillion needed annually for resilient infrastructure, the report also highlights the risks of “green gentrification” that can displace vulnerable communities. It emphasizes the importance of community-led strategies to guide cities toward sustainable futures. Read the  Press Release ; The  Press Kit ; The  Full Report  and the  Prior reports .

The Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy-Europe is an initiative funded by the European Commission. The Covenant of Mayors is the world’s largest movement for local action on climate and energy. In Europe, over 10,000 cities and towns have joined forces to secure a better future for their citizens.