In order to guide policy-makers in the development of strategic plans to protect their populations from the adverse health impacts of rapid urbanization, the WHO Urban Health Initiative has undertaken a series of projects to train government representatives in the use of tools to objectively evaluate health impact of policies and development trajectories. The integrated set of models provides a fr...

Decarbonization is a process that transforms economies to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions per unit of economic output, aiming towards net-zero GHG emissions. This process could also reduce short-lived climate pollutant (SLCP) emissions, including black carbon and methane. They have relatively short atmospheric lifetimes but have large radiative forcing and impact human health. Therefore, redu...

The report is an outcome of the last component of the UHI model process, policy tracking and monitoring outcomes. The report proposes a framework for tracking urban health policies, with a special focus on the impacts of air quality and energy access on human health and well-being in African countries, giving some examples from the pilot project in Accra. The report also provides resources to surv...

The report, "Seeking Synergy Solutions: Integrating Climate and SDG Knowledge and Data for Action," highlights the necessity of bridging the gap between climate action and sustainable development goals (SDGs). It emphasizes the importance of integrated policies to enhance resource efficiency and policy coherence, stressing the need for accessible and relevant data to support synergistic decision-m...

The report emphasizes the importance of addressing short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs) to simultaneously combat climate change and improve air quality. It highlights integrated policy approaches that target both greenhouse gases and SLCPs, like methane and black carbon, for synergistic benefits. The document also provides guidance on leveraging air quality management frameworks to implement eff...

The "Toolkit for MSMEs to Control Air Pollution" provides a comprehensive guide for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to identify and mitigate air pollution sources within their operations. It outlines technological solutions, nature-based strategies, and the importance of partnerships with local communities to enhance air quality. Additionally, it emphasizes the need for awareness crea...

This comprehensive assessment of short-lived climate pollutants in the Latin American and Caribbean region is meant to serve as a guide for policy makers and implementers to identify which measures are most important for delivering the maximum near-term multiple-benefits in the region. It also an opportunity and invitation for countries to strengthen national action and regional cooperation that w...

This report reviews the political economy of service delivery in Makassar, Indonesia in 2018. Specifically, it examines the context within which the Makassar Smart City initiative might be leveraged to improve health outcomes across all Makassar residents, including those most vulnerable to health shocks....

Air pollution is a major environmental health risk factor in Nairobi, Kenya. Most research conducted on air pollution in Nairobi has focused on measuring pollution concentrations. Although this research is very important, it is also crucial to understand barriers in the regulatory process that prevents this data from translating into effective action. This article attempts to fill in this gap. It ...

The "The Beginner's Guide to Political Economy Analysis (PEA)" provides a comprehensive introduction to PEA, emphasizing its importance for understanding the underlying political dynamics that affect development outcomes. It outlines the key components of PEA, including structural and contextual factors, bargaining processes, stakeholders, and incentives and ideas. The guide also discusses various...