| Advancing Economic Citizenship for Children and Youth in Sub Saharan Africa | 2015 | This joint publication by CYFI and UN-Habitat examines youth economic citizenship in Sub-Saharan Africa. This publication provides an overview of economic citizenship, explains how it is relevant to the UN Sustainable Development Goals and provides research findings on its application in the region. Detailed case studies are provided on financial literacy and financial education initiatives for children and youth in Kenya, South Africa, Rwanda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. |
| 转型发展 协同规划—广州村庄规划实践 | 2015 | |
| Spatial Capital for Saudi Arabian Cities | 2015 | The Report on the Street Connectivity of the Saudi Cities is based on 17 cities that are part of the Future Saudi Arabia Cities Programme, aiming to contribute to the achievement of sustainable urbanization in the Kingdom. |
| New Legal Frameworks for Urban Development | 2015 | Final Report on the Global Experts Group Meeting “New Legal Frameworks for Urban Development” held in Barcelona, Spain, 17-18 December 2015 |
| Country Programme for Ethiopia 2016-2020 | 2015 | UN-Habitat is the United Nations programme working towards a better urban future. Mandated by the UN General Assembly in 1978 to address the issues of urban growth, it is a knowledgeable institution on urban development processes, and understands the aspirations of cities and their residents. - Urban population will double within the next 15 years - National Urban Policy exists since 2005, recognising the link between urbanisation, industrialisation and structural transformation - Major investments occurred in urban areas during the last 20 years especially regarding housing (condominium programme) and infrastructure development - Urban growth is largely unplanned and uncoordinated |
| Build Green. Charter for Sustainable Building, Neighborhood Design and Urban Mobility in Tropical Countries | 2015 | This publication outlines 30 important strategies to be considered when designing, constructing and using green buildings and when planning green neighborhood. |
| Urban Energy Technical Note 03: Sun Shading | 2015 | The most significant factor affecting the built environment in the East Africa region is solar energy, which impacts on it throughout the year. The shapes of buildings and spaces have a great effect on indoor temperatures. When designing a new building, it is very important to pay attention to the needs of its users and to consider the environment they are likely to spend most of their time in. The building should be user friendly and comfortable. Factors to consider for adequate indoor comfort are daylight, room temperature and air quality |
| Urban-LEDS I Newsletter #5 | 2015 | The Urban-LEDS project promotes low-emission urban development strategies in emerging economy countries. Jointly implemented by ICLEI and UN-Habitat and funded by the European Commission, it helps cities to pursue low-carbon, sustainable development. This newsletter provides a brief update on exciting developments since the last edition in July, with a focus on on-the-ground action in a range of Urban-LEDS cities. We also offer you with a sneak peak of ICLEI’s tools and support helping to scale up low-carbon development in communities - including the ICLEI 100% Renewable Energy Cities & Regions Network. Enjoy your read and see you in December at the Cities & Regions Pavilion (TAP Pavilion) at the UNFCCC COP21 in Paris, France! |
| World Urban Forum 7 Report - March 2015 | 2015 | |
| Kathmandu Valley, Nepal: Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment | 2015 |