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Sustainable Cities and Development: Building a Better Urban Future
Sustainable Cities and Development: Building Better Places to Live Cities are home to more than half of the world’s population, and that share is expected to grow. As urban areas expand, they create opportunities for jobs, education and cultural exchange. They also face significant pressures, including housing shortages, congestion, pollution, rising temperatures and growing demands…
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SDG and UNICEF: Advancing Children’s Rights and a Sustainable Future
SDGs and UNICEF: Putting Children at the Heart of Sustainable Development The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a shared plan for building a fairer, healthier and more sustainable world. Adopted by United Nations Member States in 2015, the 17 goals form part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. They address challenges including poverty, hunger,…
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How an Urban Agriculture Consortium Can Help Cities Grow Together
Urban Agriculture Consortia: Growing Stronger Cities Together Urban agriculture brings food production into towns and cities, from community gardens and rooftop greenhouses to indoor farms and orchards. When these projects work together through a consortium, they can share resources, knowledge and influence—and make a greater contribution to urban life. What is an urban agriculture consortium?…