The C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group (C40) and NUS Cities, an interdisciplinary centre based at the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) College of Design and Engineering, pledged today to help city leaders tackle the challenges of the climate emergency.
C40 and NUS Cities signed a Memorandum of Understanding during COP29’s Urbanisation Day, committing to build urban climate resilience, advance urban planning research, co-organise conferences and seminars, and develop executive education programs for city officials and industry practitioners.
The collaboration leverages both parties’ expertise to deliver research-based insights and courses, equipping city leaders to implement equitable climate actions. This initiative aims to foster sustainable and green economic growth while ensuring no one is left behind.
The signing ceremony underscored the crucial role of partnerships in accelerating global climate action and featured prominently on the Urbanisation Day agenda at COP29’s Singapore Pavilion.
Director (NUS Cities), Professor Khoo Teng Chye said: “We are excited to collaborate with C40, a global leader in urban climate action. This partnership aligns with our strong mission to drive impactful research and develop interdisciplinary solutions that enable cities to thrive sustainably.”
C40 Director of Food and Waste, Zachary Tofias, added: “Collaborating with NUS Cities marks a significant step in equipping cities with the tools and knowledge to implement effective climate strategies. Together, we will build a robust framework for sustainable urban transformation.”