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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🛻 AI4US Workshop in Guangzhou Nansha District explored how AI can advance sustainable urban development—from smart parking and autonomous transport to AI-enabled urban governance. The workshop highlighted the importance of people-centered, responsible AI. #SustainableMobility 👉https://h1.nu/1Ep3f

On the morning of the 15th, delegations from Chinese cities and Seoul visited the Nansha Bay Smart Parking System.

An unveiling ceremony was held to celebrate the official establishment of the ICLEI East Asia Secretariat office at the Nansha International Cooperation Center. The event featured several distinguished attendees, including Lei Weiju, Level II Bureau Rank Official of the Guangzhou Foreign Affairs Office; Zhu Shu, ICLEI East Asia Secretariat Director and China Representative; Liu Xiaotong, Member of the Standing Committee of the CPC Nansha District Committee of Guangzhou; and Luo Yun, the Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs Office of the Nansha Development Zone.

“AI for Urban Sustainability (AI4US)” workshop

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🏭 동아시아 탄소중립도시 가속화(EACNCA) 하이라이트 | 서울시는 저(低)VOCs 제품 보급, 친환경 설비 전환, IoT 기반 모니터링 등을 통해 소규모·비규제 사업장의 VOCs 배출을 줄이기 위해 노력하고 있습니다. VOCs 저감과 깨끗한 대기질을 위한 서울의 정책을 소개합니다. 👉https://eastasia.iclei.org/publication/seoul-tackling-unrestricted-vocs-emissions-through-integrated-governance/

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

🌱 At #UNCCDCOP17 & Mayors' Forum, ICLEI met with city leaders from Mongolia and China to advance sustainable urban development, resilience, and green innovation. Strengthening collaboration and knowledge exchange remains a top priority for building more sustainable, inclusive cities. rb.gy/04bgbe

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

🏭 Seoul is reducing VOC emissions from small, under-regulated businesses through targeted governance on solvent use, with low-VOC alternatives and IoT-based monitoring. Read our case study from EACNCA to learn more about Seoul's Integrated Approach to Reducing VOC Emissions 👉https://rb.gy/pa8g7c

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ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability (ICLEI) @iclei.org · 21/08/2026

Already leading, not yet recognized: Leaders at the UNCCD COP17 Mayors’ Forum have adopted the Ulaanbaatar Declaration, calling for a stronger role for cities and regions in the global response to land degradation, desertification and drought. www.unccd.int/news-stories...

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

🌏The #UNCCDCOP17 Mayors’ Forum, 20-22 Aug 2026, in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, combined high-level dialogue, technical exchange, and peer learning to tackle key challenges. The Forum adopted the Ulaanbaatar Declaration, turning global commitments into tangible local actions to advance SDG 6 worldwide.🌿🏜️

Gino Van Begin, ICLEI Secretary General, delivered opening remarks at the UNCCD COP17 Mayors’ Forum

Parallel Session 1: Regenerating Urban Ecosystems: Combating Land Degradation, Dust, and Sandstorms

Purevdagva Byaruuzana, Governor of Capital City and Mayor of Ulaanbaatar, announced the Ulaanbaatar Declaration at the Forum

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

How can historic cities like Kyoto achieve carbon neutrality by 2050? The “Zero Yen Solar” model is making waves—enabling solar adoption with no upfront costs, while preserving heritage and supporting a clean energy future. #Kyoto #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability 👉 rb.gy/44qczq

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

🚇💳동아시아 탄소중립 도시 가속화(East Asia Carbon-Neutral Cities Accelerator; EACNCA) 하이라이트 | 서울시는 ‘기후동행카드’를 통해 무제한 대중교통 이용과 다양한 문화 혜택을 제공하며 저탄소 도시교통을 추진하고 있습니다. 기후동행카드는 지속가능한 교통정책이 시민의 삶의 질 향상과 더불어, 도시의 탄소중립을 함께 실현할 수 있음을 보여주는 사례입니다. #탄소중립 #기후동행카드 더 읽기 👉rb.gy/44qczq

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

EACNCA Case Highlight: Seoul is advancing low-carbon mobility through Climate Card, offering unlimited public transport access and expanding cultural benefits. This case shows how sustainable mobility can efficiently improve urban quality of life. #CarbonNeutrality #ClimateCard

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

🎊Celebrating 10 years since Guiyang became the first Chinese city to join the ICLEI network! This milestone marks a decade of intl. cooperation and green progress. With ICLEI SG Gino van Begin attending the 2026 Eco Forum Global Guiyang, the path toward a sustainable future grows even stronger.

Yang Tongguang, Vice Governor of Guizhou Province, met with Gino Van Begin, Secretary-General of ICLEI, and his delegation

ICLEI presented Guiyang City with the ICLEI Membership 10th Anniversary Certificate

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

✨Uzbekistan is making strides in energy transition by exploring hydrogen’s role in industrial decarbonization and sustainable economic growth. Excited for the Hong Kong International Hydrogen Development Symposium 2026 (May 18–20)and the ICLEI Panel on Hydrogen & Urban Development (20 May)!

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

📢 Kazakhstan is advancing hydrogen as a central component of its low-carbon transition through research-driven innovation and pilot-scale implementation. At the 2026 Hong Kong International Hydrogen Development Symposium (18-20 May), ICLEI East Asia will spotlight these innovations. #GreenHydrogen

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

🚕EACNCA Case Highlight: Hong Kong is accelerating EV adoption through land lease reform—turning petrol stations into EV charging stations with incentives. It shows how high-density cities can efficiently transform infrastructure for green mobility. #CarbonNeutrality 👉https://tinyurl.com/2ze7p6d7

East Asia Carbon-Neutral Cities Accelerator Case Study

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

📖The ICLEI 2025 Annual Report highlights a year of impactful collaboration and innovation in sustainable urban development. Download the full report to explore detailed case studies, successful partnerships, and actionable insights for advancing urban sustainability worldwide. 👉https://rb.gy/99t47e

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

🌱 제13회 국제 e-모빌리티 엑스포 📅 2026.3.24–27 | 📍 제주 국제 #e-모빌리티 엑스포(International e-Mobility Expo)는 동아시아 지역에서 대기질 개선, 지속가능한 모빌리티 확산, 전기차(EV) 기술 혁신을 논의하는 대표적인 플랫폼으로 자리잡았습니다. ICLEI 동아시아본부는 이번 제13회 #IEVE 의 파트너로 참여하여 여러 프로그램에 함께할 예정이며, 관련 기관과 파트너 여러분의 많은 관심과 참여를 바랍니다. 🔗 자세히 보기: ievexpo.org #전기차 #지속가능모빌리티

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

🌱 13th International e-Mobility Expo (IEVE) 📅 Mar. 24–27 |📍Jeju, South Korea A key platform in East Asia for clean air initiatives and sustainable mobility in the electric vehicle sector. ICLEI East Asia Secretariat will partner in various programs. To know more info:🔗https://ievexpo.org/

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

✨🎊As 2025 wraps up, ICLEI has accelerated zero-carbon action🌏, championed nature-based solutions🌿, strengthened city resilience🏙️, and built global partnerships for a greener tomorrow. Here’s to making 2026 even more inclusive and sustainable together! #ICLEI #ClimateAction #SustainableCities

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

🌟 At #COP30, #HongKong was recognized for its innovative climate action and efforts to build a resilient, sustainable city. #ICLEI Secretary General Gino Van Begin praised the city’s transformation through investment in green technology, clean energy, and sustainable urban design.🎤 #ClimateAction

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Shenzhen spotlighted blue carbon leadership at #COP30 Cities & Regions Hub in Belém 🇧🇷. From China’s first mangrove carbon credits sale (USD $68/ton) to releasing a global methodology, the city is driving innovation and international cooperation in mangrove conservation. 🌍🌱 #Mangroves #ClimateAction

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Calling all cities and local governments! The 7th Guangzhou Award is now accepting submissions. Showcase your urban innovation and join leaders shaping sustainable cities worldwide. #GuangzhouAward #UrbanInnovation #SDGs 🗓️Deadline: April 30, 2026 👉 www.guangzhouaward.org/p/the7th?lan...

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

🌿 The Yeoncheon Global Forum on Peace with Nature (Oct. 23-24) brought together global leaders and experts to tackle climate change, biodiversity, and sustainable cities. Inspiring insights from Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia) and Guiyang (China) sparked new ideas for resilient, nature-friendly communities!

Ge Liu, Strategy Manager of ICLEI East Asia Secretariat, moderated Session 1 “Waterbird conservation and transboundary cooperation”.

Ms. Ankhmaa Shijirbaatar, Head of Social Policy Department of City of Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia, participated in Session 2 “Peri-urban and urban green networks, connectivity, and citizen well-being” as a panelist.

Ms. Xu Yu, Deputy Director-General of the Guiyang Ecology and Environment Bureau in China, presented Guiyang’s efforts to foster an eco-friendly city during the Yeoncheon Global Forum on Peace with Nature.

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Day 5 (10.17): Exploring Seoul's Cheonggye-cheon Stream: A model of urban revitalization! 🌱 The restored stream boosts biodiversity, manages water sustainably, improves air quality, and connects history with vibrant community events. A true win for people and the planet! #UrbanResilience

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Day 4🌍we explored innovative green buildings and youth-led climate action in Seoul! From visiting the Nowon EZ Center’s zero-energy technology to the Gongneung Youth Center’s rooftop moss project for climate mitigation and adaptation, we witnessed inspiring examples of sustainable urban living.

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Day 3: Exploring Suwon Special City was eye-opening! 🌱🚴‍♀️ From eco-friendly mobility and urban regeneration projects to social inclusion and citizen participation, Suwon shows what #sustainable development looks like in action. Truly inspired by their commitment to a greener future! #LocalSDGs

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Day2 in Seoul!🌱Inspired by the Citizens’ Committee for Green Seoul—a public–private partnership between the Seoul Metropolitan Government and citizens, driving climate action. Expanding green spaces and empowering communities, Seoul is setting a new standard for urban sustainability. #ClimateAction

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Excited to kick off the Climate Change Adaptation & Urban Resilience Study Trip in South Korea! Learning from Seoul & Suwon’s best practices to advance sustainable cities across Asia. Stay tuned for updates! 🌏🌱 #UrbanResilience #ClimateChangeAdaptation #ClimateAction #ICLEI

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

Inspired by a week in Seoul, South American delegates shared their own climate plans, challenges, and identified new ways to collaborate with Seoul. They’re now calling for even stronger joint action on heatwaves, climate finance, and waste. Together, a sustainable future! #ClimateAction

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

🌱Day 3 in Seoul 🌏 Our delegation from Latin America learned about Seoul’s sustainable resources and circular initiatives. We also visited Upcycling Plaza and the Seoul Sewerage Science Museum to explore zero-waste practices and advanced water treatment technologies. #Upcycling #WasteWater

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

Today at the 2025 Seoul International Forum, cities worldwide shared practical solutions for food waste & sustainability. Seoul leads with PAYT, recycling, & policy innovation. Key lesson: local action + strong community = sustainable urban food systems! 🌱🌍 #FoodWaste #Sustainability #Seoul

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

🌎 Day 1 in Seoul 🌱 Our delegation learned about Seoul’s Carbon Neutrality plan, which aims for a 50% reduction in emissions by 2033. We explored the Clearer Seoul 2030 plan and visited the Seoul Traffic Operation Center to see how TOPIS optimizes traffic with real-time data. 🚦 #Seoul #ClimateAction

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

🌎We are thrilled to launch the ICLEI-SMG City-to-City Peer Exchange on Local Climate Actions with ICLEI South America and the Seoul Metropolitan Government. South American cities will come to Seoul for meaningful collaboration and knowledge-sharing on advancing local climate action.🌱 Stay tuned!

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

🌍Over half the world's population lives in cities, which account for nearly 70% of CO₂ emissions. With AI & data, urban centers are at the forefront of clean air and bold climate action. As Gino Van Begin said at the Beijing Forum: cities are the key to a sustainable future! #ClimateAction #CleanAir

Gino Van Begin, Secretary General of ICLEI, delivered opening remarks at the Beijing International Forum for Metropolitan Clean Air and Climate Actions, setting the stage for a series of insightful presentations on urban sustainability and air quality.

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Munkhbaatar Davaasambuu, head of UB’s Air and Environmental Pollution Dept, reaffirmed the city’s unwavering dedication to cleaner air, outlining concrete steps to match the progress of global green cities and position UB as a "model of green development" through diverse, far-reaching initiatives.

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

🌏Nearly 92% of Asia’s population, almost 4 billion people, face dangerous air pollution levels. Urgent, united action is needed! At the 2025 Clean Air International Forum, Emani Kumar, Deputy Secretary-General of #ICLEI, called for regional cooperation to tackle this borderless challenge. #CleanAir

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 26/08/2025

📢We’re seeking a Program Consultant to plan, execute, and document projects under ICLEI’s five pathways in the East Asia region, ensuring successful implementation and contributing to the achievement of project objectives. 👉More info: eastasia.iclei.org/careers/

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Are you a city with a climate or sustainability project idea? Learn how #TAP can help you secure funding & scale impact. Join the 10-year anniversary webinar – 21 Aug, 13:00 UTC+2. Register: iclei.org/webinar/the-...

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

🌿How can local leadership, biodiversity, and NbS drive impactful and coordinated climate responses? Join this #DaringCities session to explore how aligning local & national action leads to stronger climate & biodiversity outcomes. 🗓️24 July | 10:00 CEST 💻http://tinyurl.com/4tj2tjmk

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

🌍✨GEF-7 China City Academy: city officials gathered for a green, low-carbon, resilient, and sustainable future! 🌱🏙️ 👥 Participants from China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, and the Philippines 🧩 Two themes: Green and Thriving Neighbourhoods and Urban Biodiversity

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

🌍 Our 2024 Annual Report is out! 🎉We made big strides in urban sustainability in 2024, welcoming new cities Shiyan, Lishui, Darkhan, Erdenet, Kattakurgan, Navoi, and Gijduvan to our network! 🌱Advanced Zero-Emission, NbS, Resilience solutions. More info👉https://rb.gy/nxuppr

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

🌍 2024 was the hottest year on record at 1.55°C above pre-industrial levels, per WMO. Climate change is here. East Asian cities lead with solutions such as Seoul’s Climate Card🚇, Kyoto’s PV Platform☀️, and Hong Kong’s EV Charging Network🔋 👉To know more rb.gy/2s3cvs

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

📢 Call for Applications: ESD Okayama Award 2025 📅 Deadline: 31 May 2025 (5 pm JST) 💰 Prize: $3,000 🏆 Award Ceremony: 21 October 2025, in Okayama, Japan Apply now to showcase global ESD projects promoting sustainability, diversity, and more! 🌱 🔗 👉 rb.gy/046ku2

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Session "Local Revitalisation through Climate Technologies" #Ulaanbaatar's Deputy Governor Amartuvshin Amgalanbayar outlined the city's push for renewable energy and smart city plans, aiming to be a global model for green development and cut greenhouse gases. 🌞🏙️ #ClimateAction

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

During the thematic session"Cliamte action in harmony with Nature", #Guiyang’s Vice Mayor Fei He shared the city's climate and nature-based urban development, low carbon and circular strategy, highlighting its global #climateaction and proactive disaster management.🌿🌍 #NbS

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Exciting discussions on: #AI and data-driven solutions. 🚀Zhuyun Xiao from #Chengdu presented the city's 2000-year-old urban design aligns with nature. Today’s 'Park City' uses wind models, hydraulic simulations, and social data to boost sustainability and green spaces. 🌳🏙️

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

Day 2-World Local Government Climate Summit: Jasur Sharipov of Gijduvan, Uzbekistan, at #ClimateJustice panel. 🇺🇿 Pledges efficient resource use, social protection reforms, support for vulnerable groups from climate crisis & clean energy initiatives. #ClimateAction #SocialEquity

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

🌍2025 World Local Governments Climate Summit! 🌱 📅April 14-16 Join global leaders to explore bold, local solutions to the climate crisis. The first step to protect our Earth starts here! 🔗 Learn more: wlgcs.org/pg-home_eng #LocalGovernments #Sustainability #ClimateAction

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ICLEI East Asia Secretariat @icleieastasia.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

🌍 On March 28, participants visited the Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone to explore innovative low-carbon solutions! From the Zero-Carbon Island Shared Laboratory to the Hengqin-Macao Exchange, the visit showcased bold steps toward sustainable urban development. 🌱

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