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The GPSC is a World Bank–led partnership supported by the GEF that helps cities deliver integrated, low-carbon and nature-positive solutions to improve livability, resilience, and economic opportunity.

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A webinar illustrating how Earth Observation data supports city climate risk assessment and nature‑positive planning through practical examples and partnerships.
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As UrbanShift concludes, the next GEF Sustainable Cities Impact Program phase will build on momentum to advance resilient, sustainable cities.
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Samarkand, Uzbekistan

GPSC City Academy on Green Urban Infrastructure and Nature-Cultural Tourism

25 June 2026, 9:00 UZT

City representatives, experts, and partners will meet in Samarkand to exchange insights on planning, financing, and implementing green urban infrastructure.

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Introduction to Cool Cities Lab: Assessing Heat Risks and Prioritizing Cooling Solutions

26 April 2026, 11:00 CET

Discover how data‑driven tools help cities assess heat risks, identify effective cooling measures, and guide climate‑resilient urban planning and investment.

Online

Supporting Green Infrastructure Planning in Cities: Tools, Data Needs, and City Perspectives

01 April 2026, 8:30 EDT

Earth Observation tools support green infrastructure planning and urban nature decisions, helping cities address data gaps and overcome implementation challenges.
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New US$ 5.2 million initiative to advance sustainability solutions for Nairobi

Learn how Nairobi is advancing low-carbon, climate-resilient, and nature-positive urban development through integrated neighborhood planning.

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From Silos to Systems for Livable Cities: Embracing nature and biodiversity

Indonesian cities are integrating climate resilience, biodiversity, and infrastructure planning to support more livable and sustainable urban development.

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Climate

Climate Change Infrastructure Project Screening Framework (for Mitigation and Adaptation)

This tool helps catalyzing the next generation of investments in cities for climate-smart, greener, more resilient, and inclusive urbanization.

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Nature

Compendium for City Good Practice Series: How Paris Is Leveraging Nature For Climate Resilience

Explore Paris's innovative approach to climate resilience through the strategic integration of nature into urban environments.

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