The Secretariat of the Task Team on International Trade Statistics, under the United Nations Committee of Experts on Business and Trade Statistics, is actively involved in revising manuals on international trade statistics. Established in 2021, the team focuses on enhancing the integration between t

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Dr. George Tsibani discusses the importance of water resilience, sustainable development goals, and the role of BRICS in fostering smart cities and rural-urban integration. The focus is on building resilience in urban water systems for economic growth and societal well-being. Solutions are proposed

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The Burgess concentric ring model and Hoyt sector model are key frameworks explaining urban social structures. Burgess's model illustrates urban land use in rings around the CBD, while Hoyt's model emphasizes outward growth along transportation arteries. Criticisms include applicability limitations

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Dallas's Comprehensive Urban Agriculture Plan focuses on promoting urban agriculture to ensure all communities have access to healthy, local food. The plan includes strategies to reduce regulatory barriers, support land access, provide education and resources, facilitate partnerships, and build mark

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The State Water Resources Control Board proposed Urban Water Use Efficiency Objectives in March 2023 to address the challenges of a hotter, drier future. The objectives include creating storage space for up to 4 million acre-feet of water, recycling and reusing at least 800,000 acre-feet of water pe

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In the 21st century, urbanization has accelerated, leading to the emergence of smart cities. They are intelligent urban environments that harness technology to enhance quality of life. At the heart of this transformation are civil engineers. Sustainable Urban Development, as a discipline, encompasse

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Hydrographs in urban and rural areas exhibit distinct characteristics due to differences in land use and infrastructure. Urban hydrographs typically display steeper rising and falling limbs, shorter lag times, and higher peak discharge rates compared to rural hydrographs, which have gentler slopes a

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ERA-NET Cofund Urban Accessibility and Connectivity focuses on enhancing urban accessibility and connectivity through collaboration among national funding agencies. The initiative aims to improve urban infrastructure and transportation systems to create more accessible and connected cities. Contact

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Malawi implemented the COVID-19 Urban Cash Intervention (CUCI) to assist urban poor populations during the pandemic. Evaluations focused on efficiency, impact on food security, and unintended consequences. The CUCI targeted 35% of the urban population, providing financial assistance for three months

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The guidelines emphasize the importance of periodic follow-up and review of the New Urban Agenda by Member States to ensure effective implementation. They stress inclusivity, transparency, and voluntary participation in tracking progress towards sustainable urban development goals. The document outl

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The analysis delves into various aspects of urban land management, including growth analysis, property market overviews, economic statistics, and infrastructure requirements for green hydrogen in Lüderitz. It highlights the need for a national urban land framework to ensure secured, equitable, affo

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Urbanization, a key factor in socio-economic change, is linked to per capita income growth. The association between urbanization and development is evident worldwide, with rapid urban growth in developing countries. In Africa, high rural-urban migration and urban fertility rates drive urbanization.

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Learn about the core concepts of statistics in business through this MSMSR lecture plan module covering topics such as the introduction to statistics, definition of statistics, functions, scope, limitations of data, classification of data, and tabulation of data. Discover how statistics plays a cruc

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Parking surveys play a crucial role in urban planning and traffic management by providing data on parking space availability, usage, and demand. These surveys help in determining effective parking policies, such as pricing strategies and duration limits. Different types of surveys, including parking

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Expert statistical delineation of cities and rural areas in India, focusing on the definitions and classifications used during the decennial census operations. The process includes identification of urban areas based on population density, economic activities, and other criteria. The concept of Urba

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Vision 2040 and National Development Plan emphasize the pivotal role of cities in Uganda's development. The absence of a legal framework for urban development led to fragmented mandates across ministries. Efforts are underway to establish a comprehensive legal framework for sustainable urban develop

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The Urban Land and Housing Sector in Namibia faces significant challenges such as a backlog in land delivery, high input costs, weak urban planning, and limited institutional capacity. These issues lead to slow supply rates and affordability problems for end users. Addressing these challenges requir

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The SULM Bihar State Urban Livelihood Mission, an initiative under the National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM), aims to empower urban poor households through self-employment and skilled wage opportunities. The mission focuses on poverty reduction and enhancing livelihoods sustainably by establishi

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Basic statistics play a crucial role in research and evidence-based practice. Descriptive statistics help summarize data, while inferential statistics make inferences about populations based on samples. Various types of statistics like hypothesis testing, correlation, confidence intervals, and signi

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Urban design techniques play a crucial role in urban improvement by providing concepts and tools for city building. Some of these techniques include the Open Space Technique, Transportation System Technique, Capital Network Technique, Public Policies Technique, Physical Design Technique, Plug-in Tec

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The UNECE Statistical Division, along with partners, has been actively involved in supporting the production and measurement of official gender statistics. Ongoing initiatives include projects on gender statistics in various countries, workshops on dissemination and communication, and the developmen

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Explore the Urban Immersion Fellowship, a unique opportunity for teacher candidates to engage authentically with urban context learners and contribute to Detroit Public Schools Community District. The fellowship aims to transform future educators while offering a stipend and valuable experience. App

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Discover the concept of PAWs (Physical Elements of the Urban Environment) as outlined by Dr. Terence Love and Dr. Paul Cozens. These elements play a crucial role in urban design and crime prevention strategies, emphasizing the importance of pedestrian-friendly spaces in various urban settings, from

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The Praia Group on Governance Statistics aims to establish international standards and methods for governance statistics, develop a Handbook on Governance Statistics, and promote harmonization of governance statistics indicators. The Handbook focuses on measuring various aspects of SDG 16 and provid

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Delve into the impact of urban renewal on communities in Danville, Kentucky, and the efforts to document African American history in the region. Learn about the challenges faced by residents as they were pushed out and how Centre College's expansion influenced urban development. Explore the motivati

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The development of quantum statistics plays a crucial role in understanding systems with a large number of identical particles. Symmetric and anti-symmetric wave functions are key concepts in quantum statistics, leading to the formulation of Bose-Einstein Statistics for bosons and Fermi-Dirac Statis

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Mr. Phetsavanh BOUTLASY, Chief of Registration Statistics Division at the Lao Statistics Bureau, discusses the legislative framework, national statistics system development strategy, challenges faced in vital statistics, and plans to enhance statistical production. The strategy aims for sustainable

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The 2020 virtual meeting of the Washington Group on Disability Statistics and the Brazzaville Group highlighted the collaboration between the National Institute of Statistics in Congo and key stakeholders. The meeting discussed the core agenda items, the role of the National Institute of Statistics

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The UK Statistics Authority, established under the Statistics and Registration Service Act 2007, plays a crucial role in promoting the production and publication of high-quality official statistics in the field of health and care. They emphasize the importance of trustworthy, valuable statistics tha

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The Regional Programme on Economic Statistics aims to improve economic statistics in the Asia-Pacific region by enhancing capacity and coordination among National Statistical Offices (NSOs) and other stakeholders. The programme focuses on implementing the Core Set of Economic Statistics to facilitat

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The Roundtable on Urban Regeneration focuses on challenges posed by Covid-19, Climate, and Conflicts on inequalities. It explores how urban regeneration can address these challenges and create social value while reducing poverty and inequality. The event also delves into the role of the private sect

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This content discusses the two broad classifications of statistics - descriptive and inferential. It delves into descriptive statistics, which help organize and summarize numerical data, and explores various ways to categorize them. It covers measures to condense data, central tendency, variability,

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The European Commission's Urban Mobility Action Plan focuses on promoting sustainable urban transport to address the challenges faced by urban areas in Europe. The plan emphasizes the importance of efficient transport for economic growth, citizen concerns related to urban mobility, and the role of t

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Various studies conducted by Dr. Mehmet Cetin and his team in Turkey focus on urban planning, sustainability, green spaces, bioclimatic comfort assessment, recreation potential, and sustainable tourism. Using GIS analysis and case studies in different cities like Kutahya, Kastamonu, Aydin, and Cide,

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The purpose of official statistics is to provide reliable and authoritative data reflecting the economic and social landscape of a country. These statistics are essential for monitoring developments, decision-making, and ensuring accountability. Justification for official statistics lies in serving

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The research proposal focuses on rural migrants as the backbone of urban poverty in Indian cities, exploring urbanization dynamics, social justice, and violence protection. It aims to draw lessons from select cities and a river basin, collaborating with the Ford Foundation. The study addresses gaps

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Target areas for sanitation marketers training in urban low-income areas include informal settlements, planned urban areas with low-income housing, informal housing in planned residential areas, urban IDP settlements, and urban sub-centers. These areas present challenges with water supply and sanita

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Explore the evolution of urban landscapes through concepts like urban sprawl, gentrification, movement from the CBD, and density gradients. Learn about the impacts of these trends on city structures and communities over the years. Discover how urban renewal initiatives are shaping city centers in th

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The UK has been engaged in the urban sector in India for over 30 years, focusing on slum infrastructure development initially and transitioning towards sustainable development and smart urban growth. The emerging priority is smart urbanisation, aiming to build inclusive and climate-resilient cities

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Unpacking the narratives of African urbanization and cities, this collection explores Africa's unique urban revolution, urban challenges, and the prevalence of informality in its cities. Data and projections highlight the evolving urban landscape across different regions in Africa, emphasizing the s

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