The future of Europe depends on the success of its cities. Local authorities are responsible for the implementation of more than 70% of EU rules, but to make the EU fit for purpose we must strengthen our tools for working together. Only with the proper involvement of cities in the decision-making process, can the EU deliver a green and inclusive transformation. The Urban Agenda has been successful in elevating the role of cities on specific urban policy challenges. The 14 partnerships have brought together different levels of government, but there remains significant room for improvement, especially on the goal of achieving ‘better regulation’ and better involving member states in some of the partnerships. Read more on:
Focus Area
Multi-level governance
Contact
Pietro Reviglio
Policy Officer on governance
Projects
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Putting cities at the heart of food system transformation.
About the projectFood Trails
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A swift transition to zero-emissions and climate-resilient transport systems requires that passenger and freight transport are no longer addressed separately and in isolation from one another. MOVE21 will tackle policies, infrastructure (physical and digital), vehicles, and energy in an integrated...
About the projectMOVE21
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Urban Transitions Mission Centre
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NetZeroCities will support European cities to drastically and rapidly cut their greenhouse gas emissions through systemic and transformative actions to achieve climate neutrality.
About the projectNetZeroCities