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The bicycle can propel us towards a more sustainable future post-pandemic
During the coronavirus pandemic, the bicycle is an unmatched rival to permit a more hygienic way to move around, contribute to a sustainable recovery of the economy, and support the transformation of urban transport towards decarbonization.
It is necessary to continue reclaiming the streets and public spaces, as we move forward in solving the climate crisis.
Before and during the COVID-19 pandemic
Investing in Africa’s Cities
The Global Environment Facility (GEF) CEO, Naoko Ishii, wrapped up a visit to Africa, focused on dealing with the challenges of rapid urbanization in Johannesburg, where she joined Executive Mayor, Parks Tau for the announcement of a new multi-million investment in the City’s spatial redesign program, ‘Corridors of Freedom’.
GEF for Sustainable Cities – New Global Program Launched to Develop and Manage Cities Sustainably
11 countries, 23 pilot cities and an investment of USD 150 million in GEF grants plus USD 1.5 billion in additional financing from other sources: The Global Environment Facility (GEF) today approved a new global program to address the challenge of a rapidly urbanizing world and the subsequent pressure on cities.
GEF wins Harvard University environment award
The Global Environment Facility, the world’s largest public environment fund, was recognized with its partners for a path-breaking environmentally-sound transit project in Mexico City today.
Working with the Mexican government, the GEF together with a distinguished group of business, civil society and public institutions received the prestigious Roy Family Award for Environmental Partnership for its work to dramatically reduce greenhouse gas emissions through a sustainable transport bus project called Metrobus.