Turning Over a New Leaf: Amman''s Journey Towards Sustainability
Amman, Jordan''s energetic heart, is proactively charting a course towards environmental sustainability. It''s not just about turning the city green; it''s about setting the groundwork for a future
Sustainability Perspectives for Amman
Transportation in AmmanWaste Management in AmmanUrban SprawlIngredient of A Sustainable CityHow Can Amman Actually Become Sustainable?Obviously there is quite a journey ahead of Amman, and Jordan as a whole in fact, in becoming sustainable. While GAM is the main entity able to create the needed environmental regulations, channel investments into sustainable public transport, allow innovations in renewable energy, and guide the many other initiatives we cannot ignore the role of i...See more on ecomena The World BankTranslate this result[PDF]
AMMAN CLIMATE PLAN
The national government recently published its first National Green Growth Plan, Amman has aligned our vision and action plan with it. This model of development is crucial for rapidly growing cities such
THE AMMAN CLIMATE PLAN
The actions below are prioritized to focus on producing significant benefits for Amman''s population by acting on key social, economic and environmental challenges that the city is currently facing.
Green Infrastructure in Amman
The population of Amman doubled since 2004 due to the influx of refugees fleeing from neighboring countries, and overburdened municipal infrastructure can hardly cover the needs of the population.
Sustainability Perspectives for Amman
Is Amman a sustainable city? No, it is not. That isn''t a very surprising statement if you''ve ever lived in or visited Amman. Let us examine the reasons.
Green Jordan
Farmers received strategic training on sustainable irrigation practices, leading to improved crop yield and long-term food security. Supported by the Embassy of Poland in Amman, this initiative
Assessing Climate Vulnerabilities in Amman City
Amman, a highly urbanized capital, faces environmental challenges and climate vulnerabilities. This piece highlights Amman''s issues and explores how this middle-income city in the
Assessment of Urban Sustainability—The Case of Amman City in
The Greater Amman Municipality (GAM), collaborating with the United Nations agencies of UNESCWA and the UN-Habitat office in Jordan, prepared a sustainability assessment report for
AMMAN CLIMATE PLAN
The national government recently published its first National Green Growth Plan, Amman has aligned our vision and action plan with it. This model of development is crucial for rapidly growing cities such
Assessment of Urban Sustainability The Case of Amman City in
A review of the literature on sustainability assessment methods and tools is presented. A comprehensive framework for city sustainability assessment and a checklist of indicators.
Urban Environmental Challenges and Management Facing
The environmental management of Amman city, considering its exponential urban growth, has witnessed several positive transformations, including urban planning and the establishment of
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