Blog Posts: infrastructure

A new $2 trillion proposal is designed to create millions of good-paying jobs in the United States while responding to the pandemic and climate crisis. Here's a look at the key climate provisions of President Biden’s proposed infrastructure package.

A new report finds that implementing a bundle of currently available technologies and practices across six emerging countries could collectively cut annual emissions from key urban sectors by 87–96% by 2050 beyond countries’ initial commitments under the Paris Agreement. But achieving these benefits will require the full support of national governments.

Three case studies show how developing cities can implement land value capture to generate significant public revenue and support equitable urban development.

Coastal areas are at risk as rising populations and growing urbanization prompt significant losses and damages to coastal habitats, impacting coastal and climate resilience. A new paper by the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy explores four opportunities to ensure sustainable and resilient coastal zones.

The coronavirus pandemic has compounded highly unequal development in Latin America's cities. Investing in infrastructure and public services for marginalized areas can help the region build back better.

Advancing U.S. climate action will spur economic growth, create jobs, reduce costs for Americans and help fight the effects of climate change.

Worldwide, cities are struggling to plan and finance climate-appropriate infrastructure. Inter-department collaboration and nature-based solutions could be the key to addressing both issues simultaneously.

While India makes decisions for immediate economic relief, additional actions can help ensure long-term sustainability and resilience.

Women have historically been left out of infrastructure fields like energy and transport. Will the low-carbon transition offer more job opportunities for women?