Sustainable Cities
Creating accessible, healthy and resilient urban areas for people and the environment to thrive
We live in a rapidly urbanizing world with 7 out of 10 people projected to live in urban areas by 2050. Current estimates suggest about 36% of India’s population is urban and by 2050, this number will double to 800 million.
Traditional models of urban development can lock us into congestion, sprawl and inefficient resource use. However, compact, connected growth can result in efficient and well-designed cities that significantly lower a resident’s ecological footprint along with offering equitable access to opportunities and essential services.
At Sustainable Cities we focus on 10 integrated solutions to long-standing urban challenges. Through applied research, tools and hands-on advice, and by tapping our network of Indian and International experts, we accelerate transformative urban initiatives – turning Indian cities into thriving, equitable and low-carbon places that are good for people and the planet.
Program focuses on a number of specific Initiatives including projects on . Explore all Projects in depth.
Aligning India's Climate Action with its Long-Term Climate and Development Goals
India submitted its Long-Term Low-Carbon Development Strategy (LTS) to the UNFCCC in November 2022. This serves as India’s long-term climate strategy stating its commitment to adopting low-carbon development pathways towards net-zero emissionsPart of Climate
Facilitating People-Centered Transitions
A transition to a low-carbon economy is critical to meet the global climate goal of limiting warming to 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels.Part of Climate
Resilient, Inclusive and Sustainable Enterprises (RISE): Empowering Indian MSMEs and Workers for a Just Transition to a Low-Carbon Future
Part of Climate
Decarbonizing Healthcare to Improve Service Delivery and Reduce Emissions in India
Part of Energy
