SDG Local Action

🚲 Are e-bikes the missing link in the urban energy transition? Revisit our webinar to explore cities' approach: 🇺🇬 Kampala: Solar-powered battery swapping 🇮🇳 Bengaluru: Clean-energy motorbike 🇬🇧 London: Scalable low-energy infrastructure 👇 sdglocalaction.org/ebikes-for-urb… #SDG7 #EBikes

📩 The 1st UNDP Local Action Newsletter is here! Stay updated on the latest urban insights & opportunities: 🏞️ Webinar: Reimagining public spaces (28 May) ❄️ Venice Winter School: Strengthening public services (20–22 Oct) 👇 Explore: mailchi.mp/e4c63eedc33a/l… #SDG #local

⚡ How can local govs lead a just energy transition? @UNDP's new policy paper provides a strategic guide across 4 key pillars: 🔹 Inclusive institutions 🔹 Coherent regulations 🔹 Civic engagement 🔹 Robust oversight 👇 Download the paper: sdglocalaction.org/just-energy-tr… #SDG7 #SDG

🌊 Did you know @PasigInfo is using "floating parks" to create vibrant green spaces? Join our webinar to see how Pasig 🇵🇭 & Belfast 🇬🇧 are reimagining urban areas for community resilience! Featuring Bernice Mendoza & @belfastcc. 📅 28 May, 12 PM CET 👇 sdglocalaction.org/webinar-public…

🎡 How is #Belfast transforming post-conflict spaces into vibrant hubs? Join our webinar to see how @belfastcc uses community & nature-based design to revitalize the city! Featuring Belfast 🇬🇧 & Pasig 🇵🇭. 📅 28 May ⏰12 PM CET 👇 sdglocalaction.org/webinar-public…

⚡ How can local governments unlock climate finance? By entering carbon markets! 🇦🇷 Cordoba is funding its #RenewableEnergy transition via carbon credits. 🇸🇱 Freetown is exploring carbon credits from urban reforestation. 👇 Watch our webinar: sdglocalaction.org/entering-carbo… #SDG11

🏞️ How can we create public spaces that are truly safe, inclusive & resilient? Join our webinar to explore how #localgov are transforming public spaces with innovations and strategic actions. 📅 28 May |⏰12nn CET 👇 Register: sdglocalaction.org/webinar-public… #PublicSpaces #SDG11

⚡ How can cities power operations sustainably? Using 75% of global energy, local gov are driving the #EnergyTransition: 🇲🇽 Mexico City: 32k solar panels via Ciudad Solar 🇺🇸 Aspen: 100% renewable energy achieved! 🗓️ Join our 2-week theme on renewables! #SDG7 #SDG11

🏘️ How to realize "housing for all"? In Punjab 🇵🇰, the Apni Zameen Apna Ghar scheme offers free residential plots & interest-free loans to low-income, landless families. Phase 1 alone provided 2,000 plots! 👇 Read the case study: sdglocalaction.org/apni-zameen-ap… #RightToHousing #SDG11

🚥 It's a wrap! The final session of our "Connecting Vehicle Data for Safer & Smarter Cities" working group has concluded. We successfully established the framework for our upcoming guidelines to help cities leverage vehicle data. Stay tuned for the release! 🔜📊 #SmartCities

🌍 How is local action driving the Global Goals? Since 2022, we've mapped 300+ city solutions & connected 3,800+ urban leaders globally to turn ambitious goals into reality! 📖 Read our story: sdglocalaction.org/results/ 📊 Data dashboard: sdglocalaction.org/results_story/ #SDGaction #local

🏘️ How is @buenosaires creating sustainable pathways out of #homelessness? 🔹 Zero Children on the Streets: Achieved an 85% reduction in child homelessness. 🔹 The Care Network: 24/7 holistic support. 👇 Read the @UNDP supported case study: sdglocalaction.org/buenos-aires-p… #SDG11 #House

The UN @SDGAction, hosted by @UNDP, launched the 2026 #HeroesofTomorrow: UN #SDGAwards, open for applications until 17 May 2026. The Heroes of Tomorrow are taking bold action today – to build a sustainable, just & peaceful future. Apply or nominate: sdgactionawards.org

The UN @SDGAction launched the 2026 #HeroesofTomorrow: UN #SDGAwards, open for applications until 17 May 2026. The Heroes of Tomorrow are taking bold action today – to build a sustainable, just & peaceful future. Apply: sdgactionawards.org

🏘️ How can cities support people on the streets? "Homelessness is a profound assault on dignity." - @UNHumanRights Explore how the UK, Helsinki 🇫🇮 & LA 🇺🇸 use proactive policies like #HousingFirst. 🗓️ Join our 2-week theme on the #caringforpplonstreets! #SDG11

🏥 How do local governments improve our health & happiness? Explore how inclusive policies fosters wellness: 🇨🇴 @AlcaldiadeMed: "social urbanism" to bridge divides 🇩🇰 Copenhagen: world-class cycling culture 👇 Read: sdglocalaction.org/urban-wellness/ #SDG11

🌟 Happy #InternationalWellnessDay! Cities shape our well-being. Explore 2 inspiring local cases: 🇨🇳 Hong Kong: Well-being guide for public housing. 🔗 sdglocalaction.org/hong-kong-well… 🇳🇬 Kaduna South: Quality healthcare for all. 🔗 sdglocalaction.org/kaduna-south-h… #HealthyCities #SDG3 #SDG11

🏙️ How can cities scale proven #resilience solutions? Join @RCitiesNetwork's webinar to explore real-world strategies from 100+ practitioners across 45+ cities. Discover what works in #governance, #finance & #health! 📅 30 April 👇 Register: sdglocalaction.org/resilient-city… #SDG11

🏥 How do local governments foster urban wellness? It goes beyond healthcare—covering our physical, mental & social well-being. Over the next 2 weeks, @SDGLocalAction is exploring how cities are designing healthier, more resilient spaces for all. 🏙️ #HealthyCities #SDG11 #SDG3

The article features nature-positive strategies from @CityofKigali | @CityofCT | @eThekwiniM | @governosp | @GovRJ | @governomg | Beijing | Tianjin | Hebei

🌿 How do #locagov implement #NaturePositive strategies?? Explore 5 inspiring case studies from Kigali 🇷🇼, Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei 🇨🇳, Cape Town & Durban 🇿🇦, and the Atlantic Forest 🇧🇷 driving global #nature restoration goals. 👇 Read: sdglocalaction.org/nature-positiv… #SDG14 #SDG15 #Local