Thematic Lead- Urban and Infrastructure
Joined October 2009
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17 Jun 2024
Excited to share that the @theGEF Council today approved a $170M grant to expand our sustainable cities program! With 45 cities in 20 countries joining, we're set to support innovative urban solutions and strengthen the global knowledge and partnership platform. 🙏 to partners!
17 Jun 2024
The @theGEF Council reviewed and approved a Work Program of US495.6 million with 5.84 million in co-financing including an Integrated Program on Sustainable Cities. #GEFcouncil67
ALT Garabogaz gol, Caspian Sea, Turkmenistan @naryntrosen
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Jun 2
Sustainable Cities Integrated Approach Pilot Project Interventions
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Jun 2
Sustainable Cities Integrated Approach Pilot #SCIAP supporting approaches spanning sustainable clean energy & climate-responsive urban planning convenes in Vijayawada, bringing together partners and city leaders to reflect on years of advancing integrated urban climate action.
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Mar 25
In a significant step towards strengthening India’s climate action, the Union Cabinet, under the chairmanship of PM Shri @narendramodi ji, has approved India’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) for the period 2031 to 2035.
This enhances the country’s ambition under the UNFCCC and its Paris Agreement while reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development and climate justice.
🔗 pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…
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Mar 5
won by 7 runs... for a reason 👀
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Kigali’s wetlands restoration shows that nature-smart investments can deliver clear returns: up to US$45–90M in avoided flood damages, and 7,500 jobs. Implemented with @REMA_Rwanda and supported by @theGEF @GreenFundRw @KfW_FZ_int @Denmarkdotdk.
Read: worldbank.org/en/news/featur…
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28 Dec 2025
'IF THIS HAPPENED IN INDIA' 😡
Australian cricket has been called out for double standards after the second two-day Test this #Ashes.
Even Ben Stokes conceded "if that was somewhere else in the world there’d be hell on".
And it wasn't just the pitch >> bit.ly/49tWNma
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27 Dec 2025
Pic 1 - BBC when England lost to India in 2 days of Ahmedabad Test, 2021
Pic 2 - BBC when England won against Australia in 2 days of Boxing Day Test, 2015
🤣🤣🤣🤣
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🌍 At the #IUCNcongress in Abu Dhabi, IUCN and @theGEF announced the upcoming GEF CSO Challenge Program, offering grants of up to USD 300,000 to civil society groups with proven environmental solutions.
Supported by USD 10 million in GEF funding and implemented with RTI International, the programme will back CSOs advancing sustainable agriculture, ecosystem management, clean energy, and more.
📖 Read the full press release: lnkd.in/dHWGVgTT
#NaturePositive #ClimateAction #GEF #CivilSociety
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7 Oct 2025
.@ICLEISouthAsia is proud to announce Aloke Barnwal (@abarnwal), Thematic Lead for Urban and Infrastructure, @theGEF, as a distinguished speaker at the #AriseCitiesForum2025
📆 8-9 October 2025 | 📍New Delhi
@NIUA_India
Learn more: arisecitiesforum.org/
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5 Sep 2025
We’re starting a new chapter in Kigali’s sustainability story! 🌿
@rema_rwanda is rehabilitating over 490 hectares of wetlands to improve flood resilience, biodiversity, and urban well-being.
Follow along! #WetlandsRestoration
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28 Aug 2025
Cities play a vital role in tackling global environmental challenges. With support from @theGEF, #UrbanShift @shiftcities is advancing decarbonization, resilience, urban biodiversity, and partnerships.
Learn more: thegef.org/newsroom/blog/bui…
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25 Jul 2025
The City of Kigali is making strides in restoring its vital #wetlands, essential for biodiversity & flood management. This urban wetland park spans 121 hectares, promoting ecological health and public enjoyment. Watch the video to learn more
youtube.com/watch?v=4mqR3ste… #WetlandsCOP15
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27 Feb 2025
Factoring environmental considerations in urban planning leads to great outcomes! Learn how a @theGEF -funded project in Johannesburg is enhancing housing, energy access, water efficiency, and waste management to boost quality of life.
thegef.org/newsroom/feature-…
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25 Feb 2025
Experts take first step towards GEF-9 replenishment.
thegef.org/newsroom/news/exp…
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17 Feb 2025
I'm looking forward to a week of collaboration at the @UrbanShift Africa Forum.
With 92% of African cities classified as at extreme climate risk, the forum marks a decisive moment to discuss progress for the region's urban planning, sustainable investment & climate action.
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27 Jan 2025
Cities can educate communities on the
importance of #wetlands for:
🔘Filtering water: improving water quality for drinking & sanitation
🔘Regulating stream flow, preventing floods & mitigating droughts
#WorldWetlandsDay #WWD2025 #WetlandsForOurCommonFuture
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Nature-based Solutions used with deep emissions cuts can be key to solving the #climate and biodiversity crises, but misusing them can harm biodiversity and communities.
Learn more iucn.org/cop28
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14 Jan 2025
🌿Nature-based solutions can transform cities🌆. Take for example, Kigali, Rwanda, where they’re using @theGEF support to rehabilitate wetlands to reduce flooding, support native ecosystems, and create green jobs.
wrld.bg/zqAr50UExj8
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13 Jan 2025
Over 4 billion people live in cities, making them hubs for environmental innovation. In Chennai, #India, the restoration of Kadapakkam Lake boosts flood resilience, creates recreational spaces for people, and supports migratory birds: wrld.bg/rzJA50UEyJb
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12 Jan 2025
Local governments are essential for building resilient & inclusive cities, as highlighted at lasts year's summits on #biodiversity, #climatechange, and #desertification. Read about this work and @theGEF’s role in helping countries achieve their 2030 goals: wrld.bg/xbvK50UExf9
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