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The role of cities in achieving EU food waste reduction goals
Cities like Guimaraes, Lille Metropole, and Tallinn are leading innovative initiatives to reduce food waste, shaping EU targets and proving local action can drive global change.
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Get ready for Eurocities 2025 Braga!
Registrations are open for Eurocities Conference 2025 in Braga. Join us from 4-6 June to discuss how cities and the EU can together build a more resilient and just future for Europe.
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Cities step up to the challenge of climate democracy
At the Nets4Dem Climate Democracy Lab in Grenoble, hosted by Eurocities and Grenoble Alpes Metropole, cities tested new ways to give residents a direct say in their climate action policies.
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Cities unite to drive a digital future for everyone
The Eurocities Digital Forum 2025, held on 2-4 April in Bordeaux Metropole, gathered over 120 city leaders and digital experts to discuss cities' role in digital transformation, focusing on how to safeguard digital rights, inclusivity and security.
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The role of cities in achieving EU food waste reduction goals
Cities like Guimaraes, Lille Metropole, and Tallinn are leading innovative initiatives to reduce food waste, shaping EU targets and proving local action can drive global change.
5 minute read -
Get ready for Eurocities 2025 Braga!
Registrations are open for Eurocities Conference 2025 in Braga. Join us from 4-6 June to discuss how cities and the EU can together build a more resilient and just future for Europe.
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Cities step up to the challenge of climate democracy
At the Nets4Dem Climate Democracy Lab in Grenoble, hosted by Eurocities and Grenoble Alpes Metropole, cities tested new ways to give residents a direct say in their climate action policies.
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Cities unite to drive a digital future for everyone
The Eurocities Digital Forum 2025, held on 2-4 April in Bordeaux Metropole, gathered over 120 city leaders and digital experts to discuss cities' role in digital transformation, focusing on how to safeguard digital rights, inclusivity and security.
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Rome plays sustainably
During the Six Nations Rugby Championship in Rome, another important campaign made its mark off the field. #RomaGiocaSostenibile, Rome Plays Sustainably, is a public awareness campaign designed to tackle traffic congestion and air pollution around major sporting events.
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Vilnius named the 2025 European Green Capital
Vilnius has been named the European Green Capital for 2025. This prestigious title recognises the Lithuanian capital’s dedication to sustainability, climate action, and smart urban development.
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Eurocities Digital Forum places digital rights at the heart of cities
The Eurocities Digital Forum 2025: “Digital rights at the heart of cities” is hosted by Bordeaux Metropole and taking place on 2-4 April 2025. The event will provide cities with the opportunity to exchange best practices, strengthen their advocacy towards EU institutions, and explore innovative digital governance models.
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Integrating micromobility into Oslo’s public transport
As the Move21 and Scale-Up projects hold their final event in Brussels this week, Pia-Suzann Valheim Skulevold, Innovation and Partnership Lead at Ruter, reflects on how MOVE21 helped kickstart the digital integration of city bikes into Oslo's public transport system.
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Cities call for social priorities to be high on the EU agenda
At the Eurocities 'Cities Social Summit,' mayors called on the EU to give cities a stronger role in shaping the European Pillar of Social Rights. Sara Funaro, Mayor of Florence, also signed the 100th city pledge to act on the Pillar's principles.
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Bologna wins European Mobility Week Award
The City of Bologna has been awarded the European Mobility Week Award 2024, recognising its outstanding efforts to promote sustainable urban mobility and reclaim public space for people.
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