How can we build our future cities today, without costing the earth tomorrow?
City living can offer wonderful experiences for residents. From the hustle and bustle of life filling the streets to the rapid pace of growth and expansion. But the things we love about urban life can also bring challenges. As cities expand, so do the risks to our environment.
Transforming Cities showcases how cities around the world are leading on climate action. The series highlights some of the most impactful solutions from rethinking infrastructure to creating green spaces. These efforts are helping to meet vital climate targets, improve people’s health and wellbeing, and build strong, fairer economies.
The series has been officially Albert Certified, the screen industry standard for sustainable production.
Season 2
Transforming Cities II highlights how creativity, community, and climate innovations are reshaping city life. Presented by C40 Cities and produced by BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions, the second series meets the people working to make their cities more climate-resilient.
Spanning 17 stories across continents and cultures, this series explores how local action rooted in bold and inclusive solutions can drive global impact.
In the heart of London, green space can be hard to find, especially in densely packed neighbourhoods like Somers Town. But this inner-city area is working to change that. Through a series of community-led projects, Somers Town is bringing people closer to nature and each other, building stronger, more resilient communities.
From cargo-laden ships to skyscrapers set against blue-tiled buildings, this busy port city is the gateway to the Amazon River. But Belém’s location on an archipelago makes it vulnerable to floods. Now, a city-wide effort is engaging locals in flood awareness and prevention.
From green public spaces to more sustainable developments, Kuala Lumpur continues to grow in popularity. See how Property Guru is helping both developers and property seekers make greener choices for city living.
Season 1
Transforming Cities I is the first series presented by C40 Cities and produced by BBC Storyworks Commercial Productions. Through vivid short films, in-depth written stories, and audio pieces, it spotlights the innovative and inclusive climate action emerging from cities around the world.
