Foreword

Cities and urban areas, home to over half of the world’s population, are facing multiple challenges, including the lingering effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, climate change, and rapid urbanization. These challenges carry negative social, economic and environmental consequences, which, in many countries, are compounded by the lack of adequate and affordable housing. While local and national authorities have implemented a vast array of exceptional emergency measures to support the most vulnerable segments of their population and address the climate change challenge, the road to recovery remains uncertain. This is particularly the case for countries lacking the required capacities and financial resources.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Good Health and Well-Being

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Climate Action