Cities as our Home Building Climate Resilience with Local Finance and Community-Focused Technology

Cities worldwide face a rapidly intensifying range of climate-related challenges, demanding urgent, innovative, and localized responses to enhance resilience. Climate change impacts vary significantly by region, as evidenced by recent events across Malaysia, Turkey, Australia and the Asia-Pacific. By examining these challenges, the session on "Climate Resilient Cities: Local Actions, Financing, and Community-Focused Technology" will focus on practical solutions to mitigate climate impacts through local action, community finance, and technology-driven strategies. Some pressing climate challenges cities are grappling with include extreme flooding and urban drainage, rising temperatures and urban heat Islands, sea level rise and coastal erosion

This diverse array of climate impacts demonstrates the pressing need for cities to adopt locally-informed resilience strategies. At the WUF12 session, we will discuss these challenges alongside proven approaches, such as community-centered finance mechanisms, adaptive urban planning, and technology integration. Through collaborative exchange, cities can strengthen their defenses against climate threats and empower communities toward a sustainable future.