The 19th Global Forum on Human Settlements, October 24, 2024, UN Headquarters in New York
Global Forum on Human Settlements
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Committed to Promote Sustainable Cities and Human Settlements for All
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As a global non-profit organization recognized by the United Nations system, the Global Forum on Human Settlements (GFHS) is in the Special Consultative Status with ECOSOC, and is committed to providing a world platform for high-level dialogue and promoting sustainable cities and human settlements for all. Legally chartered in the State of New York, USA, GFHS enjoys the 501(C) (3) tax exemption qualification. Former Under-Secretary-General and High Representative of the UN Ambassador Anwarul K. Chowdhury serves as the Chairman of GFHS. Over the years, GFHS has accomplished a number of cooperation projects with the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, United Nations Environment Programme, United Nations Human Settlements Programme, United Nations Development Programme, United Nations Economic and Social Council for Asia and the Pacific, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, International Telecommunication Union, the World Meteorological Organization, Asian Development Bank, World Wildlife Fund, International Union for Conservation of Nature, World Economic Forum, and other international organizations. The Annual Forum has become one of the most important conferences worldwide focusing on sustainable cities and human settlements. Since 2005, GFHS has been convening its annual forums at the United Nations headquarters and on five continents for 19 consecutive years. Among them, some sessions were held as parallel and associated events of 2012 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20 Summit), 2016 United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development (Habitat III) and the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28). As of 2024, more than 323,400 representatives from all sectors of society took part in the forums.
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Keynote speech by Prof. Carlos Moreno, Scientist and Professor at IAE - Paris1 Sorbonne University, at the 19th Global Forum on Human Settlements (GFHS 2024), UN Headquarters in New York, October 24, 2024.
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Interview with Ms. Verónica Delgadillo, Mayor of Guadalajara, Mexico, GFHS 2024, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City on October 24, 2024 #BiggestChallenges #Impression #Advice #FutureVision
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Interview with Prof. Carlos Moreno, Scientist and Professor at IAE - Paris1 Sorbonne University, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City on October 24, 2024.
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2024 Global Leadership Award for Sustainable Development 🏆 The National Initiative for Smart Green Projects by the Government of Egypt The National Initiative for Smart Green Projects (NISGP) is a presidential initiative launched by Egypt to localize the #Sustainable #Development #Goals, by integrating environmental #sustainability into the fabric of society. This nationwide competition is a unique platform that empowers individuals across Egypt’s 27 governorates to contribute local solutions to combat climate change. The breadth of the effort on both the geographic and sectoral scope is admirable. The Initiative focuses on integrating sustainability into the core strategies as opposed to adding sustainability to a conventional approach or doing one-off projects on sustainability, which is smart and ultimately essential. NISGP has effectively reduced Egypt’s carbon footprint through initiatives focused on #renewable energy, water #conservation, and waste management. The holistic approach has created a sustainable framework that balances environmental preservation with social equity and economic growth. By addressing the SDGs through a localized approach, NISGP demonstrates that sustainable development is not only achievable but also beneficial to society as a whole.
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Global Leadership Award for Sustainable Development 🏆 Carlos Moreno, Scientist and Professor at IAE - Paris1 Sorbonne University As a scientist and #urbanist, Carlos Moreno’s great contribution to #sustainable urban development is well known and is well documented to have high efficacy. The most notable achievement is his "#15-minute city" concept which has already been supported, implemented, and recognized by high-level international organizations and mayors worldwide. He initiated the Global Observatory of #Sustainable #Proximity that has provided a platform for cities worldwide to share best practices and collaborate on innovative solutions. Through the concept, he emphasizes #integrated planning, #mixed-use development, local living, reduced commutes, enhanced community engagement, and technological integration. Overall, he provides strategies for cities to recover and adapt to benefit residents, saving them precious time, and techniques to change the habits of #automobile-dependent city residents and maximize social benefits of living in a human-centric city, as well as scientifically developed, research-backed solutions for enduring urban issues and problems. Deeply committed to science, progress, and creativity, Prof. Moreno presents an essential and timely resource in The 15-Minute City, to create more livable, viable, and equitable cities.
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2024 New Sustainable Cities and Human Settlements Awards 🏆 Global Innovation Award for Sustainable Development: Gravitational Vortex Water Turbine, Belgium Turbulent Hydro "Gravitational Vortex Water Turbine, Belgium": Turbulent was born from a vision to harness the untapped potential of rivers and canals for #clean #energy generation. Inspired by gravitational vortexes, the founders sought to develop a scalable water turbine solution capable of powering remote communities worldwide. Turbulent’s technology addresses the critical need for #sustainable and #affordable electricity in off-grid regions with minimal environmental impact. Guided by the vision of decentralized and interconnected devices inspired by nature’s networks, Turbulent strives to create impactful, localized energy solutions, empowering communities and fostering sustainable development. By 2028, Turbulent aims to reach an installed capacity of 10 MW, thereby preventing 200,000 tons of CO2 emissions, building on their current achievement of 1.8 MW.