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The oracle for inclusive green mobility
In ancient Greece, leaders travelled on foot or by horse to the city of Delphi to ask an oracle what the future might hold. Today, cities want to know which sustainable mobility interventions will truly work. And for answers, they increasingly turn to a modern source of wisdom: data and artificial intelligence.
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How cities are making the European Cycling Declaration a reality
Over one year on from the adoption of the EU's European Declaration on Cycling, how are cities turning the pledge into safer, more inclusive cycling, and what EU action is needed to ensure lasting urban change?
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Investing in Europe starts with cities: What new EU research reveals
As EU budget negotiations continue, Eurocities is presenting evidence to show why cities must have a stronger role in EU funding. In this article, we share ESPON URDICO research demonstrating that Cohesion Policy works best when cities are full partners.
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Sharing food initiatives, growing change
What happens when European cities share their best food ideas? An ode to the cities learning together through the Cleverfood project.
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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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Collaborating beyond boundaries: sustainable mobility for all
From 19–21 March, the Latvian capital hosted local leaders from 45 European cities. ‘Collaborating beyond boundaries: sustainable mobility for all’ is the theme that guided this year’s discussions on how European cities are tackling pressing mobility challenges.
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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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Mayors voice support for Ekrem İmamoğlu
Mayors across Europe are speaking out on the unlawful detention of Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, and are demanding his immediate release.
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Democratic values at stake in Istanbul
City leaders in the Eurocities network have expressed their strong support for and solidarity with Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, following his arrest by Turkish police.
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Riga embraces Rail Baltica
Riga is taking on the ambitious infrastructure project Rail Baltica, a high-speed rail project that is set to revolutionise transportation in the Baltic states.
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How city-business collaboration can drive a competitive Europe
At the Mayors' Business Forum in Brussels, Europe’s mayors and business leaders stated their joint commitment to build a competitive, sustainable future for Europe.
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How European cities are championing gender equality
As the world marks International Women’s Day, cities across Europe are celebrating the achievements of women and advocating for gender equality. Against a backdrop of rising anti-feminist sentiments and challenges to women's rights, this year's celebrations hold particular significance.
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Driving climate democracy in Grenoble
The Nets4Dem project’s Climate Democracy Lab takes place in Grenoble from 25-27 March. Ahead of the event, we spoke to Hélène Clot, from Grenoble Alpes Metropole, to learn how the city is pioneering new ways to give citizens a direct say in climate action.
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Automotive Industrial Action Plan delays CO₂ targets raising concerns for cities
The European Commission has released the Automotive Industrial Action Plan comprising a series of measures to support the transition of the automotive industry up to 2035. While the plan includes some promising steps, it delays CO₂ reductions, raising concerns about the pace of Europe’s transition to zero-emission mobility.
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