Urban Institute provides responsive data, research, strategic advisement, and technical assistance to empower local leaders to build vibrant, equitable, and climate-resilient cities. We equip decision-makers with evidence they need to ensure that all people and all communities can thrive.

Our researchers collaborate with local government and nonprofit partners in select cities to aid their progress in place. We also amplify lessons learned to local leaders nationwide. Through various channels—including publications, public forums, and peer learning opportunities—we spotlight the important work of our partner cities and offer actionable ideas and solutions for creating and sustaining communities that center the well-being of people, planet, and places.

This portfolio is supported by the Kresge Foundation. If you would like to provide additional support, contact Anna Shipp, principal policy associate, at [email protected]. Learn more about the origins of this portfolio.

For a full list of publications under this portfolio, see the AirTable catalog below. Use the links under “Our Work” to explore publications by topic and to learn more about our work on community and economic development, local-scale climate action, and their integration in place.