Contact person: Erik Berg, Habitat Norway

Type of event: Digital event ONLY

The second housing crises, COVID 19 and the SDGs towards 2030

Globally we are in the midst of this century's second housing crises. It comes in addition to an existential climate threat. The first crises in 2008 had its roots in the financing of private houses in the US. It spread all over the world through a consistent global finance system. 

The second housing crises of today, however, is promoted by the COVID 19 pandemic. It is caused by a situation whereby housing becomes too expensive. Population growth and property speculation also contribute to this. Existing housing consequently becomes overpopulated, lacking basic services like water and sanitation. Inadequate housing conditions are decisive for contagious spread and is critical for individual vulnerability. 

Draft programme
Introduction: "Planet of cities.", housing, COVID 19 and the SDGs. E. Berg, Chair Habitat Norway

Film screening "PUSH"

Commodification of Housing - global effects and remedies. Why a Shift? L. Fahra. UN Advisor for Adequate Housing (ret.)

The Norwegian Oil Fund - Investing in Evictions? O. Iglebæk. Journalist/Architect

Affordable housing during Corona. Social approaches for the future. Ellen S.de Vibe, Chief of Urban Planning, Oslo (ret.)

This event is relevant SDG for:
- SDG 1: No Poverty
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
- SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals