COVID-19 in an urban world
UN Secretary-General António Guterres shares his vision of how we can rebuild cities better after COVID-19. Urban areas are ground zero of the COVID-19 pandemic,
Sustainable cities & communities
In order to cope with the growing population, and to reduce climate change, sustainable and resilient cities must be planned for and put in place.
This includes safe and affordable housing and transport systems.
Video: From a green building vision to community impact: a sustainable urban biodiversity museum in Hong Kong
We need to get closer to nature and reconnect with what matters, explains Ellie Tang, Head of Sustainability at New World Development Company Limited and
EFG Hermes: leading the way in social governance
With a current footprint spanning thirteen countries across four continents, EFG Hermes started in Egypt and has grown over 36 years of success to become
Sustainable cities case study: How do Hong Kong and Vancouver compare?
Research by Philia Earth reveals the green initiatives both Hong Kong and Vancouver have in place, including their local governments’ involvement.
World Urban Forum: cities must be ‘at the heart’ of sustainable development
Taking control of sustainable urbanization could be the secret to tackling the climate crisis, as the “old model of development is untenable”.
How fungi can help create a green construction industry
How can we adapt our buildings to reduce the carbon footprint of construction? By using…mushrooms?
This small German town took back the power – and went fully renewable
Wolfhagen, a German town, is paving the way for climate action as they adopt an impressive renewable energy plan.
The future of public safety
Public safety can benefit from technology. And it doesn’t have to be at the expense of privacy.