nCa Report Part I: Understanding the Sponge City Concept As climate change accelerates the frequency of extreme weather events, traditional urban infrastructure—often termed "grey infrastructure"—is failing. Densely paved cities act as giant funnels, forcing heavy rainwater into concrete channels and storm sewers that quickly become overwhelmed, leading to catastrophic … [Read more...]
Asia-Pacific countries endorse bold steps for greener, resilient cities at UN assembly
Countries across the Asia-Pacific region have agreed to intensify cooperation to drive sustainable and resilient urban development, adopting a new resolution at the close of the 81st session of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) today. The resolution highlights the urgency of addressing challenges such as climate risks, … [Read more...]