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Guntur in Andhra Pradesh, has embraced an eco-friendly transformation in waste management by deploying over 200 electric autos for door-to-door garbage collection which is supported by the Sustainable Cities Integrated Pilot Approach (SCIAP) project
About Sustainable Cities Integrated Pilot Approach Project
oThe project aims to address UN-Habitat's commitments to support the Government of India in promoting sustainable urban planning and management, integrating urban infrastructure and service delivery in cities.
oIt aids 28 cities from 11 countries to address the challenges posed by megatrends of global environmental degradation, in an integrated manner.
oThe primary objective is to foster an environment conducive to investments in green infrastructure.
oThese investments are intended to decrease greenhouse gas emissions, enhance service delivery, and improve the overall quality of life for citizens.
oIt is being implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) with funding assistance from the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and in close cooperation with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
oThe implementation of the project is underway in five pilot cities – Bhopal, Guntur, Mysore, Vijayawada, and Jaipur.
Key Facts about UN-Habitat
oIt is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system.
oIt is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all
oIt works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities.
oUN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty.
oHeadquarters: Nairobi
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