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Transformative Urban Coalitions (TUC) supports cities to find joint solutions to become more green, inclusive and sustainable. Our Urban Labs bring together communities to address local needs and help shift cities towards zero carbon emissions by 2050.

In Villa 20 the Urban Lab supports participatory processes for upgrading the low-income neighbourhood.

Urban Lab members in León come together to make their city more resilient and vibrant.

The Urban Lab in Naucalpan seeks to transform an industrial area surrounding the polluted Hondo River.

In Recife, the Urban Lab supports the Pilar community and addresses challenges related to informality.

The Urban Lab in Teresina aims at improving the lives of the inhabitants of Edgar Gayoso social housing complex.

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In the field with Lucas Turmena: Systemic transformation on the ground

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Decarbonising Cities: Assessing Governance Approaches for Transformative Change

City Profile: Teresina