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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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Green City Accord: how to improve lives in cities
The Green City Accord is paving the way for a sustainable urban future. At a high-level ceremony in Brussels, member cities discussed the challenges and expectations they face as they walk along that path.
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A commitment to gender equality
After a 2015 New Year’s Eve incident in Cologne, violence against women has somewhat become synonymous with the city. Since then, the EDELGARD initiative provides protection for women and girls against sexual violence in public spaces.
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The time is now
It’s never too early to envision a brighter future for Ukraine. At the Kiyv Investment Forum in Brussels, city leaders and investors offered financial support for the Ukrainian capital, paving the way for post-war sustainable reforms.
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Elimination of violence against women across Europe
On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, cities are standing up. From communication campaigns to action plans, educational resources, and grants for civil society local administrations are making a message clear: violence against women cannot be tolerated.
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How today’s crises are shaping sustainable mobility
"Smart Ways to Net Zero", the 2022 Eurocities Mobility Forum, kicked off in Antwerp. From 16 to 18 November, European officials, local politicians and transport experts are swapping notes on how to foster a sustainable mobility revolution against the backdrop of global challenges.
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Cybersecurity is a key topic for Europe’s Digital Decade
From digital inclusion to better communication between cities, regional and national governments, cybersecurity is one of the most important topics within Europe's Digital Decade.
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Euro7: a missed opportunity for air quality in cities
The European Commission’s new rules on vehicle emissions don’t go far enough to protect urban residents from air pollution’s lethal consequences, the Eurocities and Polis networks say in a joint letter to EU policymakers.
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Smart ways to Antwerp and to the Eurocities Mobility Forum
Antwerp is home to a trailblazing digital mobility plan and sustainable mobility innovation. No wonder the city will play host to the next Eurocities Mobility Forum from 16 to 18 November.
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Libraries build healthy communities
Libraries have become much more than cosy places where people can read or work for free, they engage with local communities and get involved in their health.
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The power of teaming up locally
The Social Innovation Lab made clear that cities are working with social economy stakeholders, other levels of government and also peer municipalities to mitigate the social impact of global challenges in Europe.
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