The transition of Asian and Pacific cities to a sustainable future: accelerating action for sustainable urbanization
The transition of Asian and Pacific cities to a sustainable future: accelerating action for sustainable urbanization
Summary
The publication reviews progress towards sustainable urban development in the region, drawing from case studies and best practices compiled in 2021. The report provides a mid-term follow-up on voluntary commitments made at the 7th Asia Pacific Urban Forum (2019) and on recommended policy pathways in ESCAP’s The Future of Asian & Pacific Cities 2019 report. It also documents the outcome of discussions at the 2nd Regional Partners Forum held in October 2021, convened by ESCAP, UN-Habitat and the Penang Platform for Sustainable Urbanization.
Author/Editor
UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Year
2022
Themes
Climate Change
Energy
Environmental Resilience
Housing
Local Economic Development
Mobility
Planning & Design
Resilience & Risk Reduction
Risk & Resilience
Urban Governance and Legal Frameworks
Sustainable Development Goals
Goal 11 - Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable
New Urban Agenda Commitments
