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100+ initiatives, 60 cities, one commitment: low-carbon and inclusive culture in action
A new Eurocities catalogue showcases 100+ city initiatives putting the Lille Call to Action into practice, demonstrating how culture can drive low-carbon transformation and inclusion, and inviting more cities to join the growing group of 60 signatories.
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Eurocities Academy: Practical tools for Urban Food Policy
People need better access to healthy food. This is how the Eurocities Academy helps cities act with practical tools and peer learning.
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“Vulnerabilities are often at the local level, and local actors know best where they are”
Raluca Painter, Head of Unit for the Social Climate Fund at the European Commission, speaks about how local governments are involved in the design and implementation of national social climate plans.
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Young leaders focus on ‘future skills’ in Dublin
How can cities adapt to AI, tackle the climate crisis and stay attractive to young people? Eurocities Next Generation Academy in Dublin gathered young professionals to develop practical solutions.
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Rotterdam, London and Ghent finalists of the 2023 UserCentriCities Award
UserCentriCities awarded London the 2023 UserCentriCities Award for its service ‘Talk London’, a civic engagement platform to engage citizens in local policymaking. Ghent and Rotterdam got the finalist positions.
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Glasgow reaffirms EU values on Europe Day
On the occasion of Europe Day, Glasgow reaffirms its commitment to the European Union values and to continue engaging with pan-European initiatives despite Brexit.
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The future of multicultural cities
Migration is a fact of urban life, one attended by many opportunities, but also beset by inequalities. The Brussels Urban Summit will take a deep look at the state of inequalities in cities within a highly uncertain global context.
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A festival of skills
With a focus on upskilling and reskilling, the European Year of Skills promises to realise the full potential of the green and digital transitions.
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Eastern European cities welcome first low-emission zones
Warsaw, Sofia and Riga will soon ban the most polluting vehicles from the city centre. They’re following into the footsteps of other European municipalities that are successfully using this measure to tackle poor air quality.
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Ghent hosts cities for an end to the energy crisis
The energy crisis has been tough on people living in cities. However, cities are acting fast to combat this crisis. At the 2023 Eurocities Environment Forum, cities from all over Europe gathered for dialogue and inspiration.
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How to initiate the fight against dirty air
Air pollution is the leading cause of premature death worldwide. One way cities can address the complexity of air pollution sources is by increasingly relying on their residents for community-led monitoring.
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Fourteen months of war in Ukraine
Russia's illegal war in Ukraine has now raged on for 14 months, devastating cities and the lives of people. Europe's cities have been quick to offer ongoing support to their Ukrainian counterparts and host refugees fleeing the conflict.
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From culture to energy, cities lead the way
With their actions fostering a sustainable shift in culture and the energy transition, local governments are key EU allies, the President of Eurocities said at two high-level events hosted by the European Commission.
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Accessing Danish digital public services with Muni
Meet Muni, the friendly chatbot implemented by 37 Danish municipalities to help residents access digital public services with ease. Created as part of a collaborative effort, the chatbot will soon include voice technology to provide a more inclusive and accessible service to all citizens.
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