Mega metropolitan regions are big players on the world stage, producing much of the world’s wealth, attracting global talent, and commanding global economies. Yet, these densely populated urban areas are responsible for over 70% of the world’s carbon emissions from energy use. Metro regions have a growing role in mitigating the impacts of climate change through the way they are planned and managed, especially in light of the COVID-19 recovery.
On the Open Day (Day 3) of our Virtual Technical Deep Dive on “Managing Metro Regions to Build Back Better”, we explored the theme of Post-COVID Recovery Priorities – Building Back Better and Greener. Please watch the recorded sessions from the link below.
Recording
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=5B1O3RHvEl4
Date/Time:
8:00 pm–9:45 pm (JST), Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Programs
Introduction to Building Back Better and Greener Post-COVID
This session showcased good practices and policies on integrating green measures into urban investments to support job creation and a greener recovery.
Speaker/Moderator
- Joan Fitzgerald, Northeastern University
- Joanna Masic, World Bank
International Case: London
The session introduced London Recovery Programme and Green New Deal Mission.
Speaker/Moderator
- Daniel Bicknell, London City Hall
- Joanna Masic, World Bank
Japan Case: Futako Tamagawa
This session introduced the town development of Futako Tamagawa in peri-urban Tokyo. Topics covered included; the neighborhood’s walkability; compact city planning; and how peri-urban neighborhoods can plan for regeneration, increased livability, competitiveness, and sustainability.
Speakers/Moderator
- Hidetoshi Tamaoka, Pacific Consultants Co., Ltd.
- Masafumi Ota, Tokyu Research Institute
- Haruka Miki-Imoto, World Bank
*Program is subject to change.
