The Handbook on Urban Heat Management in the Global South outlines an urgent call to confront rising urban temperatures that are reshaping daily life, straining infrastructure, and heightening inequality. Developed by the World Bank with UN-Habitat and UNEP, the publication explains how climate change and dense urbanization intensify heat exposure—especially for vulnerable communities with limited access to cooling or green space.
The document offers a practical, step-by-step framework for cities to assess heat risks, plan resilience measures, and respond effectively to heatwaves. It highlights actionable solutions—ranging from urban greening and passive cooling strategies to early-warning systems and cross-sector governance—that help cities protect lives and maintain essential services.
Through case studies from places such as Nepalgunj, Cape Town, Medellín, and Dhaka, the Handbook shows how evidence-based strategies can be scaled to create cooler, healthier, and more equitable urban environments. It ultimately positions heat resilience as a cornerstone of sustainable urban development in a warming world.
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