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From disaster to design: cities and climate resilience
Cities have plans and experience. New research shows how the Climate Resilience Framework can close the gap between ambition and delivery.
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How European cities are making AI work for people
As AI becomes part of everyday urban life, cities are asking not just what the technology can do, but how it can improve people’s lives. From data spaces to digital skills, local governments are building the trust, tools and safeguards needed to make AI work for everyone.
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Making automated mobility work for European cities and people
Automated vehicles deliver the most public value when they extend the transport network rather than compete with it.
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No cities, no delivery: the battle over the EU’s next budget
Cities warn EU leaders: without a real role in the next 7‑year EU budget, Europe risks failing on climate, housing and competitiveness.
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Housing first in cities: A transformative approach to homelessness
Across Europe, homelessness remains a pressing issue. In response, cities are pioneering innovative strategies to provide lasting solutions. Housing First, has gained traction for its effectiveness in securing permanent housing for homeless individuals while offering tailored support services.
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Vienna’s vision for automated mobility
Vienna is taking a proactive stance on cooperative, connected, and automated mobility, laying out a vision and framework that will guide its approach to this rapidly evolving field to ensure that automation works for the city – not the other way around.
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Ukraine’s cities: Strong, determined and looking to the future
As Russia’s war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, Ukrainian cities continue to stand strong, facing immense challenges with courage and a vision for the future.
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Mayors meet Commissioner Jørgensen to call for stronger housing action
Commissioner Dan Jørgensen welcomes city leaders to discuss an ambitious European housing agenda.
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Bridging the gap: city leaders call for stronger EU Waste Legislation
Europe’s waste management goals face hurdles in real-world implementation. At the recent high-level conference “From Vision to Action: Implementing EU Waste Legislation”, local leaders explored solutions to boost recycling, enforcement, and innovation.
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Three Eurocities members in the running for prestigious European Mobility Week Award
The European Mobility Week Award recognises local authorities for outstanding campaigns promoting sustainable urban mobility. This year, three Eurocities members are among the finalists.
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The right to access affordable and quality housing
As one of their ten priorities for a better Europe, city leaders are calling for a greater role in shaping policies that prioritise housing as a fundamental right and a cornerstone of social cohesion.
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Guimaraes’ District C: A model of sustainable urban development and cultural heritage preservation
Guimaraes is transforming ‘District C’ into a net-zero, culturally rich neighbourhood by engaging the community and integrating sustainable practices
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City leaders call for involvement of Ukraine and the EU in peace talks
As negotiations to end Russia’s war in Ukraine gather pace, city leaders from Ukraine and the rest of Europe state that peace talks must involve the government of Ukraine and the EU. This will ensure an outcome that defends respect for the rule of law, fundamental rights and democratic values.
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Upgrading integration in Hannover: towards innovative inclusion
Historically shaped by migration, Hannover has embraced its identity as a ‘migration city’ with the launch of WIR 2.0—a comprehensive strategy designed to foster inclusion, celebrate diversity, and create equal opportunities for all.
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