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The report examines eight financial aggregation blueprints across three instrument types to help cities close the urban financing gap. It analyzes municipal pooled procurement (e.g., RAMCC Trust Fund, The Grand Challenge), municipal green bonds (e.g., Mexico City, Reykjavík, Manila Water), and municipal insurance pooling (e.g., UIIF, MRPWC). Key findings highlight that while aggregation achieves economies of scale and attracts private capital, implementation is often hindered by limited municipal borrowing authority, lack of technical expertise, and political instability.

The document details the processes, financial mechanics, and outcomes of municipal green bonds in Mexico City and Reykjavík, and a sustainability bond by Manila Water. It highlights the importance of international standards, second-party opinions, and government guarantees in successfully attracting capital for climate-resilient urban infrastructure.

The European Green Office (EGO) Handbook serves as a guide for transforming offices into sustainable spaces through a 'light' Environmental Management System (EMS). It outlines a Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle involving top-level commitment, the appointment of a Green Office coordinator, and the monitoring of environmental performance indicators. The document provides detailed technical and behavioral advice across several domains: energy efficiency (lighting and HVAC), sustainable procurement (prioritizing local and Fairtrade products), resource reduction (minimizing paper and water use), waste management (following the waste hierarchy), and the creation of a healthy indoor environment. It also addresses social responsibility, including work-life balance and inclusive employment, and provides a detailed checklist and data requirements for an Office Ecological Footprint Calculator.