Cities and Climate Change Course

This specialized module introduces the theme of climate change in urban areas. The world is becoming more and more urban, and therefore cities are important actors in addressing climate change. The module covers both how cities are affected by climate change and how cities are contributing to climate change. In addition, it looks at how climate change adaptation and mitigation can be considered in urban planning and identify concrete measures. Several examples of how cities can play a transformational role in addressing climate change are presented.

The module provides clear, concise and up-to-date information for anybody interested in obtaining a general understanding of climate change in an urban context.

This specialized module has six sections:

• Cities in the 21st century;
• Effects of climate change on cities; 
• Cities as contributors to climate change; 
• Integrating climate change adaptation and mitigation in urban planning; 
• Urban climate change adaptation and mitigation in practice;
• Overview of major initiatives related to climate change and cities.