WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities’ Post

The wait is over: Meet the 5 finalists for the 2023-2024 WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities #PrizeforCities! 🎉 These innovators are at the forefront of urban #climateresilience. Explore their transformative projects: https://bit.ly/4aOzXUx

🏢 #Buildings play a critical role in mitigating extreme heat waves, urban heat islands and local air pollution. Learn how #building design can improve urban resilience and quality of life for communities worldwide: https://bit.ly/3Xlhxan

🚧 The US Dept of Energy is investing $1.6 billion in 6 groundbreaking #cement projects that will avoid 4 million tons of emissions annually. Learn more about the projects being funded and if there's one near you: https://bit.ly/3Sh0TVQ

Studies show that #reforestation has a significant impact on local climate — lowering temperatures, encouraging rainfall and making communities more resilient. 🌳🌲🌳 For cities struggling with #extremeheat, reforestation can be a powerful #naturebasedsolution. Get the details: https://bit.ly/3Vf55pT

Oslo's Climate Budget wins: 📉💨 13% emissions reduction 🚴♂️📈 51% increase in cycling 🚶♀️🛡️ 0 pedestrian/cyclist deaths 🚍⚡️ Electrified public transport By integrating #climategoals into their budget, #Oslo sets a new standard for cities worldwide. Get the details: https://bit.ly/3WoNxt5 #PrizeforCities

💡🌆 From vision to real-world impact - WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities Global Director Rogier van den Berg discusses the enduring power of the #PrizeforCities: