Christine Auclair
Moderator
The 'Planning and Financing Inclusive and Sustainable Neighbourhoods' event, as part of the World Urban Forum 12 (WUF12) in Cairo, is initiated and led by FIABCI, the International Real Estate Federation, in partnership with esteemed partners such as The Middle East Sustainable Development Institute and Harley & Dikkinson, along with valuable experts and speakers from 2000Watts Smart Cities Association, RICS, and 15-Minutes Cities/ETI Chair.
WUF12 serves as a crucial platform for stakeholders to converge and deliberate on strategies to develop neighborhoods that are both inclusive and sustainable.
The event aims to address the pressing need for urban development that prioritizes inclusivity and sustainability in the face of rapid urbanization. Through this session, experts and practitioners representing academic and professional organizations, public and private sectors, and various regions and perspectives will share insights on innovative planning approaches, financing mechanisms, and best practices for creating neighborhoods that cater to diverse populations while minimizing environmental impact.
The theme includes leveraging technology for smart urban planning and assessing, promoting community engagement and empowerment, and exploring new models of financing for sustainable neighborhood projects, including carbon credits. Participants will exchange ideas, experiences, and lessons learned, fostering collaboration and partnerships to drive positive change in urban development.
Overall, the event will provide a valuable platform for dialogue and knowledge exchange, promoting the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and advancing the agenda of creating livable, inclusive, and environmentally sustainable neighborhoods in cities around the world.
Addressing Urban Development Challenges: Explore the pressing need for urban development strategies that prioritize inclusivity and sustainability amidst rapid urbanization.
Sharing Insights and Best Practices: Provide a platform for experts and practitioners from diverse backgrounds to share innovative planning approaches, financing mechanisms, and best practices for creating inclusive and sustainable neighborhoods.
Leveraging Technology: Discuss the role of technology in smart urban planning and assessment to enhance the sustainability and inclusivity of neighborhoods.
Promoting Community Engagement and Empowerment: Highlight the importance of community engagement and empowerment in the planning and development process, ensuring that local voices are heard and incorporated.
Exploring New Financing Models: Examine new models of financing for sustainable neighborhood projects, including the potential utilization of carbon credits and other innovative financing mechanisms.
Fostering Collaboration and Partnerships: Encourage collaboration and partnerships between stakeholders from academic, public, and private sectors
Advancing Sustainable Development Goals: Align the discussions and outcomes of the session with the UN SDGs, particularly those related to sustainable cities and communities
Promoting Knowledge Exchange: Facilitate knowledge exchange among participants and share best practices in creating livable, inclusive, and environmentally sustainable neighborhoods worldwide