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A message from Ekrem İmamoğlu: “Democracy will prevail”
In a letter to accept the City Heroes award at the Eurocities Awards 2026, Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, states that the honour is a powerful message of solidarity with the people of Istanbul and everyone defending democracy in Turkiye and across Europe.
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Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, Oulu and Stockholm win Eurocities Awards 2026
This year’s winners showed exceptional dedication to driving lasting urban improvements, strengthening local democracy and building fairer, greener and more resilient cities for everyone.
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Buying zero-emission buses: procurement that reshapes operations and infrastructure
European cities are moving from pilots to full deployment of zero-emission buses. Lessons from Utrecht, Rome and London show how planning, procurement and governance shape the transition, highlighting both the opportunities and complexities of electrifying public transport at scale.
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Why public procurement matters now: how cities are shaping markets and delivering change
From Oslo to Madrid, cities are using public procurement to drive climate action, innovation and social goals. But legal uncertainty and limited capacity still hold them back across Europe.
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A call for urgent action to tackle noise pollution in European cities
The EU must support cities with binding noise reduction targets, funding, and improved data to help tackle the growing impact of noise on health, the economy and nature.
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How city diplomacy is shaping EU and global policy
As Europe confronts global challenges such as climate change and migration, cities are increasingly taking on diplomatic roles traditionally reserved for national governments. By doing so, city governments are enhancing their capacity for both EU and international engagement.
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Cities call for stronger EU rules on new wood-burning heaters to tackle deadly air pollution
Cities urge the EU to tighten Ecodesign rules on wood heaters to cut deadly air pollution and support local efforts to meet revamped clean air targets.
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Local governments must be involved in national Social Climate Plans
With just weeks until EU member states must submit their national Social Climate Plans, a new report from the Local Alliance, including Eurocities, says most national governments are not properly consulting local authorities – despite clear obligations in the EU Social Climate Fund regulations.
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Cities stand with Ukraine and the Mayor of Istanbul
At the Eurocities Conference 2025 in Braga, two powerful moments underscored the importance of shared democratic values: an address from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and a tribute to Ekrem İmamoğlu, illegally imprisoned Mayor of Istanbul.
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Cities must be at the heart of the EU agenda: Eurocities 2025
Cities are where Europe’s biggest challenges meet their most innovative solutions. At the Eurocities Conference 2025 in Braga, mayors called on the EU to forge a stronger partnership with local governments to deliver a fairer, more inclusive future.
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Cities and industry unite in Copenhagen for a green, competitive Europe
At the Mayors-Business Dialogue, held in Copenhagen, mayors and business leaders from across Europe discussed how new partnerships can help Europe stay competitive while accelerating the green transition.
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Urban Transitions Mission Centre: A year of innovation, collaboration and local empowerment
Highlights from recent UTMC events and initiatives helping cities advance climate action, resilience, and inclusive urban transitions in 2024.
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Welcome to Eurocities 2025 Braga
The Eurocities Conference 2025 takes place in Braga on 4-6 June. Ahead of the event, we spoke to Ricardo Rio, Mayor of Braga, to learn what’s planned and how the city is getting ready to inspire cities from across Europe.
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Ageing cities: Rethinking care and urban life
At the recent Eurocities Social Affairs Forum in Amsterdam, politicians, city officials, and EU policymakers gathered to ask the hard questions: How can cities remain engines of equity and innovation in the face of ageing and economic disruption? What does it mean to design urban life that ensures the dignity of older adults, a fair future for younger generations and inclusive opportunities for new arrivals?
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