The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is inviting cities and urban stakeholders to join the FAO Green Cities Network, a global initiative supporting greener, healthier and more sustainable urban and peri-urban environments.
With more than 300 cities already benefiting, the initiative aims to support improvements in 1,000 cities by 2030. Joining the network can help cities connect with international peers, exchange practical solutions and strengthen local efforts in agriculture, environmental sustainability and climate action.
What the FAO Green Cities Network Focuses On
The initiative supports action in areas such as:
- Urban and peri-urban forestry
- Urban and peri-urban agriculture
- Biodiversity and environmental sustainability
- Climate action and resilience
- Sustainable urban development
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Benefits of Joining
Participating cities and organisations can:
- Connect with a global network of cities working on sustainable development.
- Exchange knowledge, experiences and innovative urban solutions.
- Promote greener, healthier and more resilient communities.
- Strengthen urban agriculture, forestry and biodiversity initiatives.
- Improve local climate action and sustainable development efforts.
- Contribute to relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Who Can Apply?
The opportunity may be particularly relevant to cities and organisations involved in:
- Urban planning
- Agriculture
- Forestry
- Climate action
- Environmental sustainability
- Biodiversity
- Sustainable urban development
Application Deadline
No specific deadline is currently stated.
How to Apply for FAO Green Cities Network
Interested cities and urban stakeholders can learn more about the network and access the application information through the official FAO website. The wider FAO Green Cities Initiative aims to support improvements in 1,000 cities by 2030.
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