How local governments are charting a ‘Zero Waste’ future
By Anuradha Adhikari and Kaushani Banerjee Most of the Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the region face tremendous pressure to provide scientific and holistic waste management services in the midst of an unprecedented scale of urbanization that the countries are witnessing. Urban India generates 1.60 lakh tonnes per day (TPD) of solid waste in 2020-2021 […]
World Water Day: ICLEI South Asia’s effort to transform Integrated Urban Water Management in India
By Badri Chatterjee Climate change has significantly impacted both the quality and quantity of water resources in South Asia, with far-reaching impacts on public health, industry, and economic productivity. It is crucial to recognise the significance of water in our lives and the impact of climate change on water resources. In the context of urban […]
World Water Day 2024: Promoting Community-led Climate Resilient Water Security in the tea gardens of North Bengal
By Kaushani Banerjee and Damini Rathore Against the backdrop of critical water shortages, exacerbated by climate change, rapid urbanization and burgeoning population, ICLEI South Asia’s latest project is a call to action to recognize the importance of bringing communities together to promote water security and to invest in solutions that are both-innovative, inclusive and sustainable. […]
Workshop Sets Stage for Noida’s Blueprint for Biodiversity Conservation
Championing urban sustainability and ecological health, Noida is nearing the completion of its Local Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (LBSAP) development process. A key event of this journey was a workshop titled ‘Nature’s Benefits in Noida,’ held at Viceroy Hall, Hotel Eros in New Delhi on March 7, 2024. This workshop, led by ICLEI South […]
Forging Pathways for Child-Centric Urban Planning
A Collaborative Leap Towards Building Sustainable and Inclusive Cities Embarking on a quest to reshape urban spaces, a series of engaging discussions traversed the length and breadth of India, centering on the crucial imperative to safeguard the interests of our youngest citizens, their caregivers, and expectant mothers. This series of events reached its crescendo with […]
Charting a Sustainable Future for Goa’s Khazan Lands
A Collaborative Workshop Puts Focus on Nurturing Goa’s Heritage Ecosystems An important effort is taking root, starting from the scenic city of Panaji, Goa, which is setting the stage for a transformative approach towards conservation of unique ecosystems that are pivotal for both the environment and the communities dependent on them – khazans. ICLEI South […]
Embracing Electric Mobility in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is charting an unprecedented course towards becoming a lighthouse of zero-emission vehicle adoption unlike any other hilly region in India. This journey is marked by an unwavering commitment to sustainable mobility. This despite the state’s unique demographic challenges, where only a handful of its population resides in urban areas. The steadfast dedication not […]
World Wetlands Day 2024: Wetlands as Key to Human Health and Prosperity
World Wetlands Day, celebrated annually on February 2, is dedicated to raising global awareness of the value of wetlands to the environment and humanity. This year’s theme is “Wetlands and Human Wellbeing,” which follows last year’s focus on wetland restoration. In this context, it’s essential to understand why protecting wetlands is not just a matter […]
Cities Unite, Act and Deliver: Unveiling the Climate Dialogues from COP28
Cities in South Asia and other regions of the Global South are facing some of the most severe impacts of climate change. These impacts are often exacerbated by a combination of geographical, socio-economic, and environmental factors. According to the Asia-Pacific Disaster Report 2023, in a scenario of 2°C warming, disaster-related mortality and economic damage will […]
South Asian Cities and Regions Priorities for Climate Resilient Future in Run up and Beyond COP27
The rise of climate-induced natural disasters and extreme weather events have led to an increase in damage to South Asian cities’ infrastructure and lives. Developing countries, especially in the South Asian region, are far more exposed to climate vulnerability when compared to other regions of the world. Untimely action, inaction or inadequate action will cause […]