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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.
Feature / The Branching Out project connected researchers, policymakers and communities to integrate the social and cultural value of UK city treescapes into planning.
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Feature / SEI researchers explore how Bangkok’s pocket parks impact urban health, wellbeing, and social life, offering insights for greener, more livable cities.
SEI report / A research project investigated drivers of infectious disease in a developing city context, with a survey, workshops and stakeholder engagement for solutions.
Feature / The Branching Out project connected researchers, policymakers and communities to integrate the social and cultural value of UK city treescapes into planning.
Journal article / This study explores designing citizen observatories in rural Sri Lanka, focusing on collective practices to align with local environmental priorities.
Perspective / This article explores the impact of excessive artificial lighting, global solutions, and sustainable lighting practices in Bangkok.
Journal article / This study aims to explore how local residents and outdoor workers in central Bangkok experience air pollution in their daily life.
Project / CHILI aims to ensure that we support and improve children’s health and education as school and nursery buildings are adapted for energy efficiency.
SEI working paper / This working paper introduces research on the co-impacts of climate action, both positive and negative, with a specific focus on cities, to inform future work.
Other publication / The 2024 Global Nitrous Oxide Assessment identifies opportunities to reduce nitrous oxide emissions by over 40%, focusing on the food systems sector.
