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As heatwaves and forest fires ravage Portugal, Porto and Guimaraes seek solutions to help its citizens to cope with the heat and to prevent the worst consequences of fires
3 minute readThe CitiMeasure project partners have developed new guidelines and tools for fostering behavioural and policy change, as well as digital inclusion within citizen science initiatives. It's now time to put them to the test.
4 minute readIn Warsaw, thousands of refugees find a society ready to welcome them and build a future together.
3 minute readAs record-high temperatures continue to sow misery in Europe, the German city offers plenty of tips and tricks to its residents that apply to anyone else seeking a respite from the heat.
4 minute readOne year after the so-called FitFor55 package signalled a firm commitment to adapt EU energy and climate legislation in line with the EU’s goal to reduce CO2 emissions by 55%, and in the midst of an energy price crisis, the European Parliament has agreed to step up EU energy saving commitments for 2030.
5 minute readFacing competing emergencies: Dario Nardella, President of Eurocities and Mayor of Florence, explains how EU recovery funds are helping his government juggle between post-pandemic reconstruction and the war in Ukraine’s ripple effect on cities.
7 minute readMigration integration is high on cities’ agenda. Initiatives like the new UNITES project help them to exchange ideas and best practices to fine-tune integration strategies. Zaragoza, Oulu and Dusseldorf explain why they joined the Eurocities-led scheme.
7 minute readFrom swimming pools to international exchanges, cities all over Europe are showing their support for LGBTQI+ rights during the June Pride Month.
4 minute readReady to do more: in a joint letter, Eurocities and other local networks urge EU policymakers to be granted more responsibilities in the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructures.
3 minute readTilburg follows a successful integration method for unaccompanied minors. The pillars are tailor support and a holistic approach for a smooth transition from childhood to adulthood.
4 minute readThe Ukrainian crisis shows no signs of improvement and the need for more funding for cities is urgent. We spoke to MEP Damian Boeselager about the EU Parliament's efforts to secure more funding for cities.
7 minute readThe Eurocities annual conference is underway in Finland’s Espoo, with local leaders inviting to counter climate and political challenges with daring steps. City officials’ secret card? Young people.
5 minute readFive youngsters tell their experience mentoring their local leaders before Eurocities Annual Conference, where they will present recommendations for the future.
9 minute readWhile we wait to find out the winner of the UserCentriCities awards, Murcia’s Digital Officer, Kasper van Hout tells us why it is important that cities get this recognition.
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