SDG 11.7: Urban Green Spaces for Sustainable & Resilient Cities
The urban green spaces, and its extent and availability are among the most critical indicators of the quality of life […]
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Synchronised Approach to Emission Reduction in Waste Management
The commitment of India in COP26 to go Net Zero by 2070, as pledged by the Prime Minister of India, […]
Behavioural Change: An Efficient Strategy for Waste Management
Inadequate management of municipal solid waste has become a global concern, affecting the quality of life in cities, especially within […]
Non-Sewered Sanitation- Way to Achieve SDG 11.6
The importance of environmental sanitation as an ally of other branches of public health in the control of preventable diseases […]
NIUA’s recent efforts in capacity building in waste management
The National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) has been valued as a key partner organisation for various capacity building initiatives […]
Disaster Preparedness In India
India, a country with a wide range of physical features and different geo-climatic zones, is prone to disasters and hazards […]
Disaster Preparedness of Indian Cities: A Vital Step to Achieve SDGs
Disasters are often short duration events with long-lasting impacts on the society and economy of the nation. The crises affect […]
Heritage-led Urban Revitalisation in India: An Integrated Approach
India has experienced fast urbanisation since its independence. Urbanisation is best defined as ‘messy’ due to the unplanned, spontaneous growth […]
Protecting Cultural & Natural Heritage of Cities Worldwide With special reference to India
Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11 aims ‘to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable’. But is it […]
Safeguarding Cultural and Natural Heritage for Sustainable Urban Development
The cultural and natural heritage are an integral part of urban fabric. It is imperative to appropriately prioritize its conservation […]
