Mayor of Karjanha Municipality Signs MoU with ICLEI South Asia under CDKN Phase III for Gender and Socially Inclusive Climate Resilience
ICLEI South Asia visited the cities of Dhulikhel and Karjanha of Nepal from 27 August to 3 September 2024 to assess their climate vulnerability and community adaptive capacities. This initiative aligns with the third phase of the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN) programme, emphasizing gender and social inclusivity in climate adaptation. In Dhulikhel, a […]
ICLEI South Asia Partners with SouthSouthNorth to highlight the Devolved Climate Financing Model for Locally Led Adaptation
From 30 September to 4 October 2024, ICLEI South Asia, in partnership with SouthSouthNorth, facilitated a cross-regional peer-to-peer learning exchange bringing together stakeholders from Kenya and Nepal. This event, held under the CDKN programme, focused on knowledge exchange around Kenya’s Devolved Climate Financing model, which enables local-level climate adaptation actions. Currently, Kenya’s national government operates […]
ICLEI South Asia and Partners Present Green City Action Plans (GCAPs) to Malaysian Minister and ADB Officials
The Asian Development Bank (ADB), with support from the Ministry of Economy, Government of Malaysia, is providing knowledge and technical assistance (TA) to help 14 Malaysian cities develop comprehensive Green City Action Plans (GCAPs). These plans align with the strategic objectives of the Twelve Malaysia Plan (12MP), ensuring that Malaysia’s cities are on track to […]
Stakeholder Workshop Focuses on Accelerating E-Mobility in Himachal Pradesh, Emphasizes State-Level Roadmap and City Action Plans
In a significant move towards promoting sustainable transportation, a diverse group of stakeholders convened in Shimla on 5th July 2024 for a workshop aimed at accelerating electric mobility (E-Mobility) in Himachal Pradesh. Organized by the Directorate of Transport with technical support from ICLEI South Asia, the event brought together 50 stakeholders from the public and […]
Online Discussion with Bangladeshi Cities’ and Municipal Association of Bangladesh (MAB)
On the 3rd of September 2024, the ICLEI team engaged in online collaboration with the climate core team in Nilphamari and Lalmonirhat, as well as MAB, to deliberate on strategies for advancing their initiatives in the aftermath of the unavoidable circumstances that transpired in Bangladesh from mid-July to mid-August. Subsequently, the team devised plans for […]
Handbook on Urban Khazans Release in Goa
A handbook raising awareness on the ecological and cultural significance of Urban Khazans in Goa was officially released on 12 Aug by Dr. Suresh Kunkalikar, Principal & Dean of Goa College of Agriculture and Dr. Bhushan Bhave, Principal of Vidya Prabodhini College. Urban khazans are unique, traditional coastal ecosystems found in Goa, India, characterized by […]
Workshop Summary: Disaster Risk Reduction and Urban Resilience Training
A training workshop on ‘Disaster Risk Reduction and Urban Resilience’ was conducted from 1st to 3rd July 2024 at Hotel Sarina, Dhaka, Bangladesh. This training aims to enhance the capacity of local government units (LGUs) in Bangladesh by providing them with the necessary knowledge, tools and methodologies to build resilience and effectively manage disaster risks. […]
Introductory Meeting with Vijayawada Municipal Corporation
An ICLEI South Asia team met Additional Commissioner (Projects) of Vijayawada Municipal Corporation (VMC) on 25th July, 2024, to brief them about the Climate and Development Knowledge Network (CDKN): Accelerating Inclusive Action programme. The objectives of the CDKN programme and its activity plan were shared with her. The CDKN programme aims to extend technical support […]
From frost to flow: An exemplary community-led initiative for water supply in Ladakh, India
Gangles, a ward in Leh – the joint capital of Ladakh, India – is located at approximately 11,000 feet and is one of the coldest locations in the city. It is mainly rural in character with agriculture as the primary occupation. The terrain is uneven and households are dispersed. Ensuring an adequate water supply during winters […]
National Level Workshop on Multi-Level Action for Climate Resilient Cities
Workshop Summary DAY 1 The workshop was inaugurated by Mr. Emani Kumar, Executive Director, ICLEI South Asia with opening remarks from Mr. Hans Peter Egler, Senior Director of Public Affairs and Head of the Cities Practice, South Pole, Ms. Ridhima Sud, Sr. Thematic Advisor for Climate Change, (SDC) and Smt. Naynaben Pedhadiya, Hon. Mayor, Rajkot […]