More than 30 representatives from local municipalities, science, business and civil society gathered at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research to discuss the transformation process towards climate-friendly construction, underpinned by concrete projects from Bhutan, Germany, Indonesia, Nepal, South Africa and Tanzania. The documentation provides an insight into the dialogue event and results of the conference.

Municipal experts from Germany, Kenya and South Africa engaged in lively discussions about common challenges, but also different perspectives. Key topics were "Political changes in city administrations", "Cultural and informational silos within the city administration", "New ways of citizen participation" and "Data-based solutions in areas that do not generate revenue".

In 2020, the city of Lörrach purchased the 8.5-hectare Lauffenmühle site, a former textile factory. Following discussions with the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, the idea was born to build a climate-neutral industrial estate in timber construction on the site. Parts of the historic factory buildings on the site with their natural stone façades are to be integrated into the new utilisation structure.

The workshop marked the transition from the phase of raising awareness of local conditions to prioritising challenges and options for solutions. Participants discussed the observations and findings of the initial participatory field research, including insights into how stakeholders and relevant actors perceive the challenges of urban heat.

Discover innovative strategies for rebuilding infrastructure and fostering resilience in Ukrainian municipalities amidst the aftermath of Russian aggression. Through dialogue and experience sharing, attendees delved into key focus areas such as sustainable energy development, local and regional economic growth, and strategic/urban planning. Learn from the insights as well as from the keynotes of esteemed guest speakers.

Flood management in cities is crucial for ensuring public safety, protecting critical infrastructure, and minimizing economic losses arising from property damage and business disruption. Effective flood management improves urban resilience, allowing cities to recover quickly from floods and adapt to changing climate conditions.

Join us TODAY (19/03/2024) for this Insight session from 16:00 to 17:00 (CET), where subject matter experts will present their lessons learnt in protecting communities across the United State and Europe from flooding.

Established in 2008, the Amman Urban Observatory (AUO) serves as a comprehensive platform for gathering and analyzing data. Its primary objective is to generate urban indicators specific to Amman, empowering planners, developers, and scholars across various sectors to make informed decisions.

Our new working group is dedicated to the development of sustainable and cost-effective housing projects, particularly in the context of Sub-Saharan Africa. As part of our peer-learning method, we are organizing a series of online and live events as well as workshops to promote shared knowledge, inspire innovations, and advance progress towards sustainable housing.

Registration deadline for the kick-off event is 15 April 2024.