urbanization

Understanding psychophysiological responses to walking in urban settings in Asia and Africa

Journal article / Researchers analysed the mental and physical responses of people walking in urban settings in cities in Kenya and Thailand, with unexpected results.

Urban wetlands restoration builds resilience and liveability

Perspective / This year’s World Wetlands Day, celebrated annually on 2nd February, is focused on wetlands restoration. Sharon Onyango pens on urban wetlands restoration

Sustainability assessment of urban and peri-urban sanitation systems relevant in the Bolivian context

SEI report / A new sustainability assessment method can identify strengths and weaknesses of different sanitation systems across the sanitation service chain in Montero.

New digital planning tools pave the way for greener cities

Press release / Green infrastructure solutions support cities in reaching climate goals. B.Green project developed a model for digital and participatory urban planning.

Governance and everyday adaptations? Examining the disconnect between planned and autonomous adaptation through justice outcomes

Journal article / This article shows how planned and autonomous climate change adaptation can be understood together.

Legislation for clean air in Kenya

Feature / A long-term partnership with lawmakers in Nairobi ushers in a Air Quality Policy and Air Quality Bill for Kenya's capital, reducing air pollution and deaths.

Including the social in the circular: a mapping of the consequences of a circular economy transition in the city of Umeå, Sweden

Journal article / This paper presents the findings from a social impact assessment conducted in the city of Umeå, Sweden.

Using creative participatory approaches for inclusive climate resilient transport in Africa: Guidelines for practitioners

Other publication / This guidance document summarizes key concepts around transport inclusion, participation, and climate change and provides novel tools for increasing engagement.

Community dialogues on on-site sanitation in Nairobi’s informal settlements

Feature / Together with other institutions, SEI Africa took part in a recent study to understand the status of on-site sanitation in Nairobi's informal settlements.