More than 65% of the world's population are projected to live in urban areas by 2050, with major implications resource use, energy, water and sanitation, and health and well-being. At the same time urbanization can bring benefits, especially efficiency gains. SEI examines these challenges in the round to advance sustainable urbanization.
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Journal article / This paper presents a conceptual framework that allows evaluation of the cornerstones of climate neutrality for cities from a consumption-based perspective.
Journal article / Researchers analysed the mental and physical responses of people walking in urban settings in cities in Kenya and Thailand, with unexpected results.
Feature / A new feature of SEI’s WEAP tool allows users to gain insight on water stress at the local scale, enabling accurate SDG reporting and regional water planning.
Feature / Water is a central research topic at SEI. This World Water Day, explore SEI's latest research and perspectives on water.
SEI brief / This brief examines the relationship between air-pollution exposure, socio-economic status, and working conditions in Bangkok; it urges related policy changes.
Project / This project is reviewing methods for measuring, monitoring and verification of greenhouse gas emissions for use on onsite sanitation systems in Global South.
Project / This project aims to understand the engagement and communication between program beneficiaries and program implementers in Tanzania.
Feature / Pärnu City and County in Estonia plan to adapt to climate change using innovative societal solutions.
Feature / A team of SEI experts published a report on the status of Green Public Procurement in the EU. Lead author Astrid Nilsson Lewis breaks down their findings.
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