Urban Development As the world's largest multilateral financier of urban development, the World Bank works with national and local governments to build more livable, sustainable, and resilient cities and …

Extreme urban heat is becoming an urgent challenge for Bangkok, threatening lives, livelihoods, and the city’s economic resilience. The Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect exacerbates this crisis, turning built-up …

Sep 2, 2025 · The Handbook on Urban Heat Management in the Global South provides practical strategies, technical guidance, and real-world solutions to help cities manage extreme urban heat.

Oct 20, 2025 · Urban Development As the world's largest multilateral financier of urban development, the World Bank works with national and local governments to build more livable, sustainable, and …

Jun 3, 2025 · This report highlights the substantial investments required to build more resilient and low-carbon cities in low- and middle-income countries. These investments are crucial to strengthen …

The project took a multi-sectoral approach to urban upgrading by providing a package of tertiary infrastructure improvements in more than 200 selected low-income areas that combined water …

Addis Ababa requires actions and investments oriented toward implementing existing plans and regulations, establishing clear and capacitated leadership on risk management topics, and investing …

Dhaka, December 22, 2024 —Bangladesh and the World Bank signed two financing agreements totaling $900 million today to help the country achieve environment sustainability, inclusive growth and …

World Bank support Under the Amaravati Integrated Urban Development Program, the World Bank will support the first phase of the city’s development. The Program will help strengthen the institutions …

Jun 14, 2016 · Improving urban infrastructure can help Indonesia gain more benefits from urbanization, rather than challenges.