Expert insights and commentary on sustainability and development in urban India.

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08 Aug 2023

This blog delves into the definition and measure of ‘urban’ in India to discuss the methodological gaps in…

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06 Jun 2023

Indian households often feature an older person with fond memories of walking to school, replete with…

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24 Apr 2023

Whether one seeks an escape from Delhi’s scorching summer heat or a winter afternoon basking in the sun,…

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30 Mar 2023

India ranks 7th out of 181 countries in vulnerability to climate associated risks. This two-part blog…

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21 Nov 2022

Disclaimer: All pictures are of participants in the Healthy Cities for Adolescents (HCA) project and have…

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30 Sep 2022

This blog is the first in a four-part series that highlights critical aspects of implementing the Mumbai…

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24 Aug 2022

Clean construction practices not only improve air quality but also serve the construction sector, and the…

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07 Jul 2022

Well-designed, well-maintained and accessible public spaces, such as gardens and city squares, are…

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21 Mar 2022

As per the 2021 CAG report, groundwater extraction in India increased from 58% to 63%, between 2004-17,…