C40 began in 2005 as a network of 18 megacities, and has since expanded to include 63 cities around the globe. To better accommodate the varying interests and capacities of its constituent cities and future members, C40 announced guidelines this October for new membership categories, which include Megacities, Innovator Cities, and Observer Cities.
Singapore, the newest addition to the global C40 network, has recently published its national climate change strategy, “Climate Change & Singapore: Challenges. Opportunities. Partnerships.” The comprehensive document reflects the key elements of Singapore’s efforts on this issue – preparing for the uncertainties and impact of climate change, seizing opportunities for green growth, and supporting the transition to a lower emission economy.
C40 Observer City Singapore is playing a leadership role in addressing the future of sustainable cities. On July 1-4, 2012, Singapore will host the World Cities Summit (WCS), a biennial global event that brings together urban leaders and experts across sectors to exchange ideas, forge new partnerships and address cities’ unique problems and challenges.
C40 Chair, New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore Lee Hsien Loong have announced today an agreement bringing Singapore into the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group’s network of global cities taking action on climate change. Singapore is the first addition to the C40 network since Mayor Bloomberg became C40 Chair in 2011.
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