The site features news, events and links that highlight a spectrum of issues relating to urban sustainability. In cities around the world, individuals, organizations and institutions are leading the way to a more sustainable future. The website will showcase this work, as well as the challenges and opportunities that arise when creating a more sustainable city. GETF is proud to engage in this innovative partnership with the Forum 2004 organization by providing targeted information about sustainable cities.
Urban sustainability is critical for developed and developing parts of the world alike.
The Universal Forum of Cultures - Barcelona 2004 aims to create a space where urban planners, NGOs, scientists, mayors, community organizations and environmental groups can meet to discuss and share innovative ways to advance the sustainability agenda in our cities. The format of the site features a weekly edition of the latest news, events, links and resources focusing on urban sustainability issues. Each week, subscribers to the site will receive a free electronic newsletter with various highlights. This international event is a celebration of world cultural diversity and urban sustainability and will be held in Barcelona, Spain April 23 - September 24, 2004. The Forum is the first event of its kind to be focusing on these global issues and is expecting approximately five million participants.