Building Climate-Resilient and Equitable Cities During COVID-19

Building Climate-Resilient and Equitable Cities During COVID-19

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Cities are on the frontlines of COVID-19, with urban residents facing devastating health and economic impacts. Many city leaders are responding with creative solutions, recognizing that actions in response to the pandemic can also make cities greener and more climate resilient. While various examples illustrate promising moves toward recovery and resiliency, cities of all sizes are also struggling to maintain essential services during the pandemic, such as access to water and sanitation, healthcare and social safety nets. This commentary identifies where these issues intersect and offers win-win-win solutions that can simultaneously address the pandemic, climate threats and inequality.

World Resources Institute | Building Climate-Resilient and Equitable Cities During COVID-19