Connecting technology, ethics and transparency in Pula

Seeking to preserve its unique and rich cultural and historical legacy, the capital of Ecuador, Quito, is pursuing a sustainable future. Its first actions are with the private sector, academia and civil society – promoting environmentally friendly practices and reducing the city’s carbon footprint. Connected Cities Actions

Water resources have sustained Milwaukee since the city’s founding and have helped make the city great. As a recognized leader in water research, technology and sustainable practices, Milwaukee has plans to be the Fresh Coast Capital of North America by embracing smart, achievable sustainability principles. People Connected Cities Actions

As part of the Development Plan Bogotá Humana, Bogotá’s climate change adaptation and mitigation efforts are seeking to make the city more pedestrian friendly, improve transport options and focus on water and ecosystem conservation. Connected Cities

The Brazilian municipality of Maringá has committed to becoming a Leading-level city of the UN Global Compact – Cities Programme. An active participant of the Cities Programme since 2012, Maringá has increased its engagement by identifying and reporting on its activities to advance social equity and justice, environmental sustainability, fair livelihoods and good governance,...

Sweet Water Foundation in Milwaukee, USA, is taking advantage of the benefits of urban agriculture, using aquaponics, harvest celebrations, markets and learning hubs to encourage ecologically sensitive food production, innovation and urban renewal. Connected Cities

Porto Alegre has been a world leader in participatory democracy systems for many years, with its Participatory Budgeting (OP) system in place for more than 30 years. Secretary for Local Governance, Cezar Bussato writes about this and the new ‘Local Solidarity Governance’ schemes which is pursuing local development and improvements in poorer communities and suburbs...