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Connecting data and services to build people-centred digital cities
Cities across Europe are exploring how to connect data, technology and public services in ways that better respond to people’s everyday needs. At the 2026 Eurocities Digital Forum in Sofia, cities showcased how this can help build more people-centred cities.
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Why slowing the energy transition won’t solve Europe’s next crisis
As prices rise again, cities warn against fossil fuel fixes and urge the EU to prioritise efficiency, clean energy and social protection.
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From data spaces to digital twins: how cities are building climate-resilient futures
How are cities using new technologies such as AI, data platforms and digital twins to strengthen climate resilience? At the Living-in.EU Digital Assembly in Sofia, city leaders, EU policymakers and digital experts discussed how data-driven tools are shaping innovative urban strategies.
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Eurocities survey: 75% of cities report fewer road deaths & injuries after reducing speeds
A new Eurocities Pulse survey, based on responses from 38 cities, reveals that lower urban speed limits are making city streets safer, reducing road deaths and injuries without slowing travel times. Cities report clear benefits from 30 km/h zones, including fewer accidents, less pollution and more cycling.
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How cities are redefining the future of public innovation
In an opinion piece, LSE Cities, Eurocities and the city of Bratislava explain why the future of European public-sector innovation does not depend on private business, but on direct investment in local government.
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An interview with Sofia Hedén
Ahead of the Eurocities Environment Forum, taking place this week in Malmo; Eurocities sat down with Sofia Hedén Deputy Mayor of Malmo to start the conversation on ‘Building resilient cities for all: supporting data-driven decision making.’
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Cities, a counterweight to global authoritarian trends?
Yves Pascouau, Vice-President of Nantes Metropole in charge of European Affairs, pens this opinion on the role of cities amidst today's global transformations.
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Mathias De Clercq: A city voice for Europe
New Eurocities President Mathias De Clercq shares his vision for stronger democracy, citizen-led change, and the future of Europe’s urban transformation.
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Nordic Safe Cities: Supporting cities to tackle online harm
At this week’s Eurocities Conference 2025 in Braga, Nordic Safe Cities is involved in two key sessions on tackling online harms and supporting women in leadership. We spoke to Lotte Fast Carlsen and Sebastian Jørgensen to learn about the organisation's work and what cities can expect in Braga.
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Europe Day: Local leaders are ready to defend democracy
On Europe Day, read an opinion piece by Burkhard Jung, Eurocities President and Mayor of Leipzig, stating mayors' commitment to protect European democratic values, and stand firm against hate speech and discrimination.
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Government innovation can be the answer
Today, cities face an onslaught of urgent challenges and local leaders wonder how they can tackle them. This former mayor of Iceland’s capital has an answer.
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Why cities must be part of Europe’s food future
The EBAF's lack of urban representation is a missed opportunity. Cities play a key role in sustainable food systems and must be included in EU policymaking.
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Reflecting on the EU Belgian Presidency’s urban agenda
The 2024 Belgian EU Presidency prioritised cities as key drivers of a sustainable, prosperous Europe. With the Presidency's urban agenda led by Brussels-Capital Region, it ensured cities' priorities were recognised at EU level. We spoke with Antoine de Borman, CEO of perspective.brussels, to learn more.
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