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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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Luxembourg City scoops EU accessibility award
Cities are taking the lead to make urban spaces and public transportation more accessible to all. Luxembourg’s efforts were just recognised at the EU Access City Awards.
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A fair green and digital transformation now
In a dialogue with Commissioner Thierry Breton, mayors have discussed how best to approach the green and digital transformation.
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Murcia grabs sustainability award
Murcia has won the Covenant of Mayors 'City in the Spotlight' award - what are the ingredients to this city's success, and why is climate change so urgent for its people?
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Social ecosystems, innovation and ethics
Guadalajara and Bilbao are learning from each other about Social ecosystems. What are the two cities doing to boost the sector?
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Solving the problem of waste collection and management through the Green City Accord
Several cities all over Europe joined an online session to share experiences and think about solutions for waste management and sustainable development.
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Diesel pollution sky-high in Brussels
Diesel transport causes alarming amounts of pollution in Brussels, a new study shows. Will the EU Commission's upcoming Euro 7 legislation help clear the air?
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Urban Agenda 2.0 – The Ljubljana Agreement
The premise has always been simple: let’s work together, across levels of government, because together we can get more done.
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Ghent awarded European Youth Capital 2024
The city focuses on three main pillars: engage, empower, and care for the youth. These focus areas represent how young people are active in shaping the future of Ghent.
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The Prospect of change
Sustainability needs finance to become a reality. With a new EU-funded project, we're welcoming your city to find that finance - or help others where you've succeeded yourself.
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A fair and just recovery for future generations
How can cities use social innovation to ensure fair, green and digital jobs? At Eurocities Social Affairs Forum several solutions were put forward.
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