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3 Major Questions for Cities in 2022
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The COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing climate crisis and urban inequity will change cities in 2022 and beyond. The 2021-2022 WRI Ross Center Prize for Cities
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focuses on the theme “Thriving Together in Turbulent Times” in search of compelling ideas and approaches on how cities are responding to these challenges. WRI experts Anne Maassen and Rogier van den Berg dive into three major questions that cities must ask to craft effective, equitable responses to current and future crises. Read more.
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A large number of people walk through a crosswalk in Tokyo, Japan. Dense urban centers such as this can create urban planning challenges in the wake of COVID-19, climate change, inequity and other urban challenges. Photo by Cory Schadt/Unsplash
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5 Countries Leading Asia’s Energy Transition
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Asia accounts for almost half of the world’s energy demand and is the highest-emitting region. While the Asia-Pacific region has seen record-breaking growth in renewable energy since 2020, major economies and small countries alike must continue to ramp up their clean energy. Authors Tatsatom Gonçalves and Emily Kaldjian look at how five Asian countries — China, India, Indonesia, Vietnam and Bangladesh — are working to achieve a clean energy transition. Read on.
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Safe Cities Prioritize Cyclists and Pedestrians. Here’s How.
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Millions of people are killed in road traffic accidents due to the lack of safe infrastructure for bicyclists and walkers. Meanwhile, car and motor vehicles continue to dominate city planning and design, while walking and cycling options remain underfunded. In a new article, WRI’s Hannah Ohlund and co-authors describe four ways to invest in active transport to achieve safer, more sustainable, equitable cities. Read more.
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Coming Soon: Stories to Watch 2022
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WRI’s 19th annual Stories to Watch event takes place next week! During this online event, President and CEO Ani Dasgupta will discuss the major stories that will shape the world in 2022 and years to come. Check out our trailer video here
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. Will world leaders turn promises into action? Will 2022 see changes that are equitable for all? Register for the event.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Stories to Watch 2022
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Wednesday, January 19, 2022
9:00 - 10:15 am EST | 2:00 - 3:15 pm GMT
Messaging that Works: Engaging Diners in Climate Action
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Tuesday, January 25, 2022
10:00 - 11:00 am EST | 3:00 - 4:00 pm GMT
Training on Climate Data Tools with Climate Watch
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Wednesday, January 26, 2022
9:00 am - 3:00 pm EST | 2:00 - 8:00 pm GMT
How Ministries of Finance Can Drive Resilient, Low-Carbon Development in Latin America and the Caribbean
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First session: Tuesday, February 15, 2022, 9:00 am EST
Second session: Wednesday, February 16, 2022, 10:30 CST
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