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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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Oslo powers a zero-emission future
Spurred by their goal to reach 100% zero-emission public transport by 2028, Oslo has transformed its transport system through a mix of ambitious strategy, rapid implementation, and strong political commitment.
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Budapest moves forward with Pride 2025
Despite the Hungarian national government outlawing Pride marches, Budapest has moved ahead with the organisation of its 30th annual Pride celebration.
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Ukrainian and European cities share 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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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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Call for Mission Cities: Partner with Ukrainian municipalities for climate neutrality
European Mission Cities are invited to join the SUN4Ukraine project's exciting Partnership Programme, working hand-in-hand with Ukrainian cities to accelerate the journey to climate neutrality.
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The local leverage of public procurement: innovating for sustainable cities
European public buyers unite at BBWT Helsinki to turn procurement into a driver of sustainability, innovation and circular economy for resilient cities.
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There is ‘a will and a way’ to green Paris
Christophe Najdovski, Paris Deputy Mayor for public space greening, parks, biodiversity and animal welfare, speaks about the city’s recent vote to close 500 streets to cars and reallocate them to pedestrians, cyclists and green space.
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Addressing migrant women’s needs in local integration strategies
Migrant women face unique barriers in integration. Cities must build trust, empower leadership, and co-design inclusive services to trully support them.
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