@wrirosscities.bsky.socialIs your city ready for climate disasters?
This Disaster Risk Reduction Day, we're looking at how African #cities are investing in green infrastructure 🌳 alongside traditional infrastructure 🏢 to build a safer, more resilient future.
Here's how 👉 bit.ly/4dZVg8v
@ununiversity.bsky.social🏙️ Resilience starts where people live 🏘️
This #DRRDay, explore why recognizing local capacities and community expertise is essential for creating safer, more equitable and climate-resilient urban futures.
Read more: buff.ly/rbmi03y
@natcities.nature.comJoin our #UrbanOctober panel discussion on October 28th to explore how #housing conditions, access and affordability influence health and wellbeing.
Register: cassyni.com/events/G1u41...
@marionduval.bsky.socialWhy Does Housing Matter for Health?
Join our #UrbanOctober panel discussion on October 28th exploring how #housing conditions, access and affordability shape health and wellbeing.
Register here: cassyni.com/events/G1u41... #Cities @hss.springernature.com #SDG11 #SDG3
@wrirosscities.bsky.social🚌 DYK ESBs produce <50% of the lifetime GHG emissions of diesel- & propane-burning school buses?
In fact, in 🇺🇸 regions that are powered by lower-emissions energy sources, ESBs account for as little as 25% of the emissions burned by diesel buses.
@africancities.bsky.social⚫️ From black spot to green hub 🟢
We're working with community members from Ajegunle-Ikorodu in Lagos to create a composting and recycling hub - and a model that could be used across the city.
@idos-research.bsky.social#UrbanOctober Spotlight on 💡 IDOS’ Urban Issues research group
Kenya is a frontrunner in decentralized public participation since its 2010 constitutional reforms.
Check out this Megatrends Afrika Policy Brief by Lena Gutheil: www.megatrends-afrika.de/publikation/...
@polisnetwork.eu#UrbanOctober has kicked off🏙️
#WorldHabitatDay marks the start of Urban October 2026, dedicated to the challenges #cities face.
The theme is #AdequateHousingForAll, highlighting the urgent need for adequate, affordable, and sustainable homes for everyone🏠
Read more➡️ shorturl.at/jOggY
@genevaenvironmentnetwork.org5 October is #WorldHabitatDay, marking the start of #UrbanOctober.
This year puts a spotlight on adequate housing for all, including sustainable & climate-resilient housing solutions in the face of crises & disasters.
Learn how #GENeva contributes ▶️ tiny.cc/GENCitiesEnvironment
@ipbeses.bsky.social🏡 Más información sobre #UrbanOctober con @un-habitat.bsky.social
@ipbes.net🏡 Learn more about #UrbanOctober with @un-habitat.bsky.social
@ununiversity.bsky.socialLooking for things to read this #WorldHabitatDay? 📚
Here are five reading recommendations on urban transformation, brought to you by UNU-EHS.
Dive in: buff.ly/3TBlfrY
@genevaenvironmentnetwork.org#Environment: What's Up in #GENeva from 5–11 Oct?
✅ #BRSCOPs2027
✅ #CITES #SC81
✅ #GFC #IC1
✅ #PollutionAction
✅ #HRC63
✅ #UrbanOctober
✅ #BuildingBridges26
✅ #ClimateAction
✅ #GlacierLoss
✅ #GreenAutumn
✅ #WorldMigratoryBirdDay
✅ & more
Check events, #jobs, suggestions ▶️ tiny.cc/GEN5-11Oct26
@ununiversity.bsky.socialEvery October, people around the world come together to share ideas and take action for a better urban future.
What does a better urban future look like to you?
Join the conversation now: urbanoctober.unhabitat.org
@wrirosscities.bsky.socialAs we enter #UrbanOctober, we're looking at how #cities can use #NBS to fight climate change.
“In the face of escalating floods, fires and heat, it’s high time we recognize the many ways nature can protect us,” 🗨️ WRI President & CEO Ani Dasgupta 👉 bit.ly/4dJLaJE
Read more ➡️ bit.ly/4zcLw41
@africancities.bsky.social🏙️ #UrbanOctober officially kicks off next Monday, but we’re getting in there early with a little reminder: better cities are built together.
@un-habitat.bsky.social⏰ Last chance to apply!
Have an urban solution ready to make an impact?
Applications to exhibit at the #WorldCitiesDay 2026 Interactive Zone close tomorrow, 18 September.
Apply and help shape the future of cities: events.unhabitat.org/sites/defaul...
@un-habitat.bsky.social⏳ One week left to apply!
Could your urban solution help build better homes, neighbourhoods and cities?
Showcase your work at the #WorldCitiesDay 2026 Interactive Zone in Fuzhou, China.
📅 Apply by 18 September: events.unhabitat.org/sites/defaul...
@un-habitat.bsky.social🚀 Have a solution that could help shape the urban future?
Showcase it to a global audience at the #WorldCitiesDay 2026 Interactive Zone in Fuzhou, China.
Bring your innovation. Exchange ideas. Build connections.
📅 Apply by 18 September: events.unhabitat.org/sites/defaul...