C40 and Arup announce new support for innovative climate action in cities

C40 Cities and Arup today announced new efforts to help cities reduce greenhouse gas emissions and become more resilient to climate change. Global sustainable development consultancy Arup will invest up to $300,000 a year to help C40 drive resilience and decarbonization in cities around the world. Arup will provide research, advocacy, and technical support in areas […] The post C40 and Arup announce new support for innovative climate action in cities appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

Port of Long Beach Joins the Green Shipping Corridor

The Port of Long Beach has signed on to the Shanghai-Los Angeles Green Shipping Corridor, a partnership of C40 Cities, ports, shipping companies and cargo owners convened to create a zero-emissions trans-Pacific trade route. First announced in January by C40 Cities, the ports of Shanghai and Los Angeles, and key maritime stakeholders, this Green Shipping Corridor […] The post Port of Long Beach Joins the Green Shipping Corridor appeared first on Civil + Structural Engineer magazine.

CNBC - How cities are defending themselves against climate change 04102022

Climate change is happening, and our cities need to adapt – quickly. The battle for climate change will be won or lost in cities. Cities play an outsized role in climate change, consuming around 75% of the world’s energy and producing more than 70% of greenhouse gas emissions. But they can also be part of the solution