Sectors and Themes
Cities
Scale
Sub-national
Resource Type
Analysis Tools
Expertise Level
Generalist
Language
English
Spanish
Guidance
Access to training materials, videos, etc. as well as developer support
User guide available in English and Spanish: http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/49979…
Data Template: http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/74100…
Inputs Needed
City-wide data on population and job growth rate, private sector buildings, municipal buildings and public lighting, grid-supplied electricity, solid waste, water's energy conveyance, transportation, and energy costs.
Outputs Provided
Tailored analyses that will help cities evaluate low carbon actions
Developer or Source
World Bank
CURB is an interactive tool that is designed specifically to help cities take action on climate by allowing them to map out different action plans and evaluate their cost, feasibility, and impact. Key features are: its city-specific, requires minimal training, and has been adopted by major city networks. It outlines five stages for planning climate action and also provides support and training upon request.