Our Initiatives

From climate resilience and policy support to capacity building and WASH services, we work across sectors to strengthen cities and empower communities. Our collaborative approach with governments and global partners ensures that every initiative is rooted in ground realities and backed by data.

With over 25 years of experience, we continue to drive innovation and build inclusive, sustainable cities.

Climate Change

We are committed to addressing the complex relationship between climate change and urban development. We support cities in building resilience and sustainability through climate action planning, healthcare system preparedness, energy conservation, and disaster management. We collaborate with governments and global partners to help cities adapt to climate risks and implement low-carbon, inclusive solutions for long-term growth.

Chennai Climate Action Plan

Climate-Resilient Health Care Facilities

Gov-Tech

We harness technology to make urban governance more transparent and inclusive. We develop innovative tools that transform data into actionable insights, helping governments address the needs of marginalised communities. We ensure decision-making is informed and equitable by providing real-time data solutions, strengthening urban systems, and improving service delivery at all levels.

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E-Learning and Research

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

We recognise that access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene is fundamental to creating liveable cities. We address WASH challenges by improving infrastructure, strengthening institutions, and building local capacity. Our initiatives aim to ensure that every community has access to essential services, improving health outcomes and enhancing urban resilience.

MISAAL Program

ASAL Program

Women’s Empowerment and Livelihoods

We empower women by improving their access to finance, enhancing their skills through capacity-building initiatives, and supporting enterprise development. We provide hands-on guidance for entrepreneurship and livelihood generation. Additionally, we offer specialised technical training in sanitation and solid waste management to women organised through collectives.

Integrating Women’s SHGs in Urban Sanitation

Strengthening Engagement of SHGs

Capacity Building

We believe continuous learning is essential for empowering city managers and enhancing governance. We assess training needs, develop targeted content, and deliver learning using adult-focused pedagogy. We combine practical support, study tours, internships, and city-to-city partnerships to ensure comprehensive capacity building that strengthens urban institutions and improves public service delivery.

City Matters – Course at LBSNAA

Capacity Enhancement Needs Assessment

Urban Planning

We collaborate with city governments to develop comprehensive urban plans that promote resilience and inclusivity. We specialise in urban governance, land use management, and GIS-based planning with a focus on climate adaptation. Through digital platforms and data-driven strategies, we empower Urban Local Bodies to adopt people-centric planning approaches that address local needs and future challenges.

Street Vending Guidelines

Leveraging GIS Based Mapping

Policy Support

We enhance urban life by supporting governments in developing inclusive policies and strengthening institutional capacity. We connect policy to ground realities, ensuring last-mile delivery through data-driven strategies. From technical audits to large-scale assessments and regulatory frameworks, we provide end-to-end guidance that shapes effective urban policies and infrastructure development.

SBM – NULM Convergence Guidelines

Guidelines for ODF Gujarat | MGSM

Health Management

We actively engage with government, stakeholders, institutions as well as the community and use a variety of tools and methods to capture the views of service providers and seekers and identify issues in service delivery. UMC also carries out facility assessments to evaluate existing health facilities in terms of staffing, infrastructure and maintenance. UMC also helps in mapping the services on a GIS platform to identify priority areas.

Model City Health Plans

City Health Plan Report for Ahmedabad