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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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Air and noise pollution, a deadly pair
Polluted air and noise harm health in Europe. Cities are taking action while progress at European level is slow.
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Building welcoming and inclusive cities
Local leaders call to be included in migration and asylum policymaking and receive direct funding to integrate refugees and combat rising inequalities.
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A sustainable and inclusive culture: European cities take the lead
Culture drives social and environmental change, shaping identities and economies, and cities lead the way: it's time for the EU to step up.
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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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New MEPs bring city government experience to Brussels
One in three newly elected MEPs bring experience from city governments, reflecting a growing urban influence in EU policymaking. These 'urban champions' embody cities' vision for EU policies that prioritise local challenges. Read our new analysis.
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Mastering accessibility – the Viennese inspiration
Vienna won the 2025 Access City Award, recognising its ongoing efforts to improve the lives of persons with disabilities.
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Urban Digital Twins: Transforming city planning
Urban Digital Twins are revolutionising city planning. New training from Eurocities and the Barcelona Supercomputing Center is showing city officials how this technology can address major challenges like climate change and mobility.
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Digital and green solutions for all
Espoo, Rotterdam, Turin, Madrid and Lodz present their initiatives to ensure the digital transformation and the green transition leave nobody behind.
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Bigger vehicles cause bigger problems in Brussels
A recent report reveals that more than 50% of new vehicles in the city are now SUVs. So, what happens when these heavier vehicles start to overrun city streets?
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A country-specific look at Eurocities Pulse Mayors Survey
The Eurocities Pulse Mayors Survey 2024 shows how mayors are tackling urban challenges. While cities share goals on climate and social inclusion, mayors in Germany, Italy, Spain and France are taking different approaches, shaped by unique national contexts.
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