Palestine, State of

The Middle East, a region already burdened with conflict, displacement, and political turmoil, now faces an additional existential threat: climate change.

A heatwave in the Gaza Strip with temperatures reaching 38°C has worsened power outages and sparked calls for protests from residents who lack electricity for cooling.

There is a worldwide tendency to move towards sustainable urban development based on revitalizing and transforming urban areas and cities. The aim is to improve livability and reduce environmental impacts while maximizing economic and social co-benefits.