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Panel discussion held on “Housing for Environmentally Sustainable and Resilient Urban Development”

Baku, May 17, AZERTAC

As part of the 13th Session of the UN World Urban Forum (WUF13), a panel discussion has commenced on the theme “Housing for Environmentally Sustainable and Resilient Urban Development.”

The panel focuses on the intersection of housing and climate action, with particular attention to low-carbon, resilient housing systems and alignment with global climate commitments.

Key topics of discussion include how housing policies can be aligned with climate and sustainability goals, what governance models can ensure effective cooperation across different levels of government to achieve local and global climate objectives, and how national housing strategies can support mitigation, adaptation, and resilience efforts.

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