World Cities Day in 2023

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2023 Date	31 October 2023
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Despite covering only 1% of the Earth, cities consume 78% of the world’s energy. By embracing integrated planning and design, cities could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by around 25% by 2050. On Tuesday’s Show more Slide 1 of 6 - Carousel
— UN Environment Programme (@UNEP) October 31, 2023

Today on #WorldCitiesDay - we are proud to celebrate our city- #Wenchang city, Hainan province. It boasts beautiful natural scenery and profound cultural heritage, you could even watch the rocket launching on the beach here! What city are you from? Share your Show more
— Space Town Wenchang (@Spacewenchang) October 31, 2023

As we mark World Cities Day, let’s resolve to work together for urban areas that are not only engines of growth, but beacons of sustainability, resilience, and prosperity for all- Secretary-General of the @UN @antonioguterres message on #WCD. Show more
— UN-Habitat (@UNHABITAT) October 31, 2023

emerged as the leading smart city in Africa among 30 cities featured in the 2023 African Smart City Index. Read more here: http://bitly.ws/V2jm #WorldCitiesDay City of Kigali and Ministry of Infrastructure | Rwanda
— WB_Rwanda (@WB_Rwanda) October 31, 2023

Shifting to renewable energy is our compass towards healthier cities. Let's build urban areas that thrive—where sustainability, inclusivity, and prosperity harmonize. #WorldCitiesDay
— UN Climate Change (@UNFCCC) October 31, 2023

Today (Oct 31) is #WorldCitiesDay The United Nations has designated this day by its resolution 68/239. It helps to raise awareness for the challenges of urbanization, and to sustainable urban development around the world. Show more Angry Video Guy and The Movie Professor
— QuirkyFilms (@FilmsQuirky) October 31, 2023

As we mark #WorldCitiesDay today, let’s remember cities, like Gaza, that are losing peace and progress. By working together, we can create urban environments that are safe, socially inclusive, environmentally conscious, ensuring a better future for all. Let’s plan and build… Show more
— UN GA President (@UN_PGA) October 31, 2023

Iloilo City was just named a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, on World Cities Day, October 31. It is the third Philippine city designated as Creative City: Baguio (Crafts and Folk Art) and Cebu (Design).
— Galo Glino III (@thirdyglino) October 31, 2023

Today, over half of the world’s population lives in cities. By 2050, this number is expected to rise to 70%. On Tuesday’s #WorldCitiesDay, @UNHABITAT calls for increased investment in inclusive, resilient cities to achieve a more sustainable future. Show more un.org World Cities Day | United Nations
— United Nations (@UN) October 31, 2023

Amidst city lights and skyscrapers, let's remember the urban poor seeking refuge from #ClimateChange for a better life in the cities. On #WorldCitiesDay, see how we're working to empower them. Learn more https://t.ly/vTrJn
— UNDP Bangladesh (@UNDP_BD) October 31, 2023

World Cities Day in 2023

World Cities Day seeks to promote global urbanization and the need to build more sustainable cities. This day aims for international cooperation among countries in order to tackle challenges and create sustainable opportunities for urbanization.