Climate action has historically had a gender-neutral lens, but this lack of intentionality allows underlying biases to sneak in and negatively impact women, says gender and climate researcher Zineb Sqalli. Using Vienna, Austria's gender-equal urban planning program as a model for how women can be included in every step of building a green economy, Sqalli offers solutions for advancing both sustainability and gender equality – at the same time.

Zineb Sqalli: Climate action's hidden opportunities for women

Climate action's hidden opportunities for women

Climate action could set gender equality back by 15 years, missing out on the green economy's job opportunities for women.

Cities with higher representation of women in policy making are statistically the most sustainable, proving inclusivity's power.

Integrating a gender lens in green projects ensures climate action advances gender equality and sustainability simultaneously.