Swisscontact explains: Green Cites

Green cities
30.10.2020
By 2050, 70% of the world's population will be living in urban areas. Cities in developing countries face considerable challenges. Swisscontact has solutions to these problems and is preparing the way for livable and sustainable green cities.

Swisscontact has solutions to these problems and is preparing the way for livable and sustainable green cities. As a result of many initiatives implemented in previous years Swisscontact focuses on five core areas: energy efficiency, clean air, waste management, sustainable construction and urban transport. The goal is for people to make their businesses more sustainable and environmentally friendly. This creates jobs strengthening the local economy while conserving resources, which benefits the environment and public health.