Resilient urban economies. Cities as drivers of growth and recovery
World Habitat Day is held on the first Monday of October and launches Urban October. The theme for this year’s World Habitat Day is Resilient urban economies. Cities as drivers of growth and recovery. The theme recognizes that cities are responsible for some 70 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions with transport, buildings, energy, and waste management accounting for the bulk of urban greenhouse gas emissions and will look at how cities can position their economies to benefit residents. Events and activities during World Habitat Day will explore how national, regional and local governments and organizations, communities, academic institutions, the private sector and all relevant stakeholders can work together to create sustainable, carbon-neutral, inclusive cities and towns.
Urban October
On 6 October 2025, the Global Observance of World Habitat Day will be linked to, Urban crisis response. The theme will focus on addressing multiple crises affecting urban areas, including climate and conflicts that are contributing to inequality, and promote existing tools and approaches to effective crisis response.
