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Ukrainian and European cities share common climate-neutral goals
At the Cities Mission Conference in Vilnius, Ukrainian and EU cities showed they are united in their goal to achieve climate neutrality. European Mission cities were urged to join the SUN4Ukraine project, pairing them with Ukrainian municipalities to drive joint climate action.
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Cities take the lead to strengthen democracy and innovation
On Europe Day, 9 May 2025, city leaders, international organisations, civic innovators, and global networks came together for the Cities for Democracy and Innovation Virtual Summit, highlighting the growing role of cities as defenders of democratic values, especially in times of uncertainty.
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Europe Day: Local leaders are ready to defend democracy
On Europe Day, read an opinion piece by Burkhard Jung, Eurocities President and Mayor of Leipzig, stating mayors' commitment to protect European democratic values, and stand firm against hate speech and discrimination.
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Let’s start with a home: a podcast exploring the path to end homelessness
Eurocities, in collaboration with the Housing First Europe Hub, has launched 'Let's Start with a Home,' a new podcast that delves into one of the most promising answers: Housing First.
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Unlocking the energy transition: why cities must move beyond subsidies and embrace innovative financing
Cities must move beyond subsidies and embrace innovative financing to accelerate the energy transition. EU support, knowledge sharing, and reduced red tape are key.
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Eurocities Awards 2025: Celebrating city heroes and inspiring urban initiatives
This year's Eurocities awards showcase cities innovative approaches to improving life for their residents and building a just, resilient future for Europe. Ahead of the awards ceremony on 5 June, discover the shortlisted individuals and city initiatives.
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Greener IT procurement: lessons from Brussels
Paradigm Brussels is advancing sustainable IT procurement by focusing on emissions, durability and circularity, while working with others for better impact.
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When public money runs low
Cities face funding challenges for climate action. Valladolid’s blend of subsidies, EPC and soft loans shows how innovative financing can drive energy transition, reduce costs, and engage communities.
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Cities look for support to move to innovative financing options
With traditional subsidies being reduced or cut, cities are looking at innovative financing options. However, limited local capacity and restrictive regulations make it difficult.
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Cities shape a sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous future at the Economic Development Forum
European cities are driving innovation, securing financing, and building essential skills to create a sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous future, as discussed last week at the Eurocities Economic Development Forum in Bilbao.
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Cargo bikes delivering social change in Milan
Couriers are essential workers in the flow of goods, but the gig economy creates competition harming couriers and the cities they operate in. In Milan, a civic crowdfunded startup is delivering a new model.
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Cities in transition: the Economic Development Forum 2024 kicks off in Bilbao
Today, Bilbao welcomes this year's edition of the Eurocities Economic Development Forum, "Cities in Transition: Towards a Sustainable, Inclusive and Prosperous Future." This year's edition focuses on the important role of cities regarding pressing matters such as climate change, social inequality, and economic stability
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Urban Pioneers: Leuven’s Financial Architect
As cities accelerate climate neutrality, the necessary innovations to reach this goal are costly. Leuven's solution to these financial barriers? A Financial Architect to creatively pave the way.
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Stronger together: public buyers join forces for a greener economy
Public procurement is a powerful tool that can help decision-makers shape a more sustainable, efficient and innovative future.
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