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10 years of sustainable urban development in the International Climate Initiative
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Dear IKI partners and friends,
2025 marks an anniversary for the International Climate Initiative (IKI): the topic of sustainable urban development has now been a priority of our funding programme for 10 years, which is reflected in all four funding areas. To date, over 100 IKI projects in more than 50 countries in the Global South have focussed on sustainable urban development.
In this issue of the newsletter, we therefore present some examples of current projects in the IKI funding priority ‘Developing sustainable and climate-friendly urban and peri-urban areas’. This area offers a particularly high potential for impact, as cities are drivers of climate change and at the same time are under great pressure to adapt to the impacts of climate change, for example in dealing with heat island effects or water scarcity. Here you will find an overview of the funding priority.
IKI projects contribute to solutions for these challenges in a variety of ways, from nature-based solutions to the empowerment of women and digital toolkits. Our insight into the project work clearly shows that sustainable urban development requires the active participation of local communities and combines climate action and adaptation measures with an increase in quality of life.
Another way that IKI supports cities on their way to a low-carbon, resilient future is through the City Climate Finance Gap Fund, whose work is also described in this issue.
Enjoy reading!
Best regards,
Your IKI Communications Team
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Empowering black women for climate resilience in Brazilian urban peripheries
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Discover how black women in Brazil's urban peripheries are leading the charge against climate change. IKI´s ANDUS project has empowered community leaders through mentorship, fostering resilience and promoting sustainable solutions in their neighbourhoods. From environmental activism to improving basic rights, these women are transforming their communities. Learn how they are shaping a more equitable and climate-resilient future.
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Urban Lab in Buenos Aires as a model for sustainable urban development
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In Buenos Aires, the IKI-supported Transformative Urban Coalitions project demonstrates with its Urban Lab in Barrio 20 how urban development can integrate climate action.
This initiative has enabled residents to work together to develop sustainable solutions that address both climate challenges and urban inequalities. Explore how this participatory approach is a model for sustainable urban growth worldwide.
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Supporting cities toward low-carbon, resilient futures
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The City Climate Finance Gap Fund is helping over 320 cities worldwide address climate risks and finance low-carbon, resilient infrastructure projects. By providing early-stage support, the Fund is bridging the gap in urban climate action, especially in cities of the Global South. Discover how this IKI-supported initiative is enabling transformative changes in cities like Dhaka and Cuenca, driving forward sustainable, inclusive solutions.
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Co-designing inclusive climate action at local level
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The IKI project EcoZones empowers vulnerable communities to take control of their climate future. With its innovative digital toolkit, EcoZones helps cities combat vulnerability to climate change through participatory, community-led solutions. Find out how this initiative is transforming neighbourhoods in Mexico and Cairo. Learn more about the impact of the initiative, which promotes inclusive, sustainable and resilient urban development worldwide.
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Nature-based strategies for urban resilience
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In Thailand, the IKI-supported Urban Resilience project is addressing the challenges of urbanisation and climate risks. By focusing on nature-based solutions, the project is restoring vital green infrastructure in order to enhance resilience in these high-risk areas. Discover how this initiative is revitalising lost natural buffers and engaging local communities to strengthen the cities' defences against climate change.
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Urban India takes climate action
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Rapid urbanisation in India poses significant climate challenges, from rising temperatures to water scarcity. The IKI´s Urban-Act project is helping cities like Coimbatore and Shimla integrate climate considerations into their urban planning. By promoting green infrastructure, reducing urban heat islands, and enhancing biodiversity, Urban-Act is advancing sustainable, resilient urban development.
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Updates on IKI funding & project management
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Competition for ideas was very well received!
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The deadline for submitting project outlines for the IKI Thematic Call ideas competition has expired.We received a total of 375 project outlines. Many thanks to all the organisations that took part in the competition! Read more ... |
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At a glance!
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Service for all IKI implementing organisations: You can now find all templates, sample contracts and guidelines at a glance on our website. Read more ... |
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Black women for climate resilience
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The mentoring programme ‘Black Women for the Climate’ aimed to empower black women leaders from disadvantaged neighbourhoods. In this audiovisual production, the five selected leaders talk about their experiences with the programme.
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Report
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The State of Cities Climate Finance 2024
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This report provides the most comprehensive assessment of urban climate flows and needs globally.It aims to inform action on the Cities Climate Finance Leadership Alliance’s (CCFLA) goal of mobilising finance for city-level climate action at scale by 2030. Read more ... |
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Guideline
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Future-proofing our neighbourhoods
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This publication is a guideline designed to help city officials develop and implement participatory neighbourhood-level resilience-building initiatives. It consists of six steps that cover the whole lifecycle of interventions, including practical guidance Read more ... |
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IKI Independent Complaint Mechanism
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The IKI offers an online seminar for implementing organisations and their partners as well as potentially affected persons and non-governmental organisations to learn about the new aspects resulting from the IKI Independent Complaint Mechanism policy.
Register now
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GLF Forests 2025: defining the next decade of action
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The world’s forests are increasingly under threat – both from deforestation and from the climate crisis itself. Following last year’s COP29 in Azerbaijan, join Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) to lay the foundations for a resilient, productive and just future for forests.
Register now
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IKI online event calendar
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Submit your event to the IKI website!
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To make the wide range of IKI events more visible to the IKI community and to help with event promotion, a digital event calendar is available on the IKI website. In addition to the exclusive management of your event entries, you will significantly boost the visibility of your events, particularly within the IKI international community. Meanwhile, IKI website users can enjoy the convenience of saving events in their preferred time zone and exporting them to personal calendars. Use this form to enter your events ... |
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