Brazil is experiencing accelerated urbanization processes, which result in deep social inequalities and various environmental problems. The ANDUS project supports federal, state, and municipal actors in formulating and implementing strategies for the integrated planning and management of sustainable urban development. 

In addition to addressing climate change mitigation and adaptation measures, the project also considers the relationship between urban areas and their surroundings, as well as the importance of healthy ecosystems as providers of essential environmental services for cities. 

Existing regulations and instruments are improved, expanded, and tested through pilot projects. Integrated sustainable urban development approaches are incorporated into national strategies, development programs and financing lines. Training and dissemination programs are implemented to consolidate these approaches in municipalities and subnational entities. 

Through the Brazil-Germany Partnership for Sustainable Urbanization, the project also promotes international learning and exchange processes.