Sharing knowledge is as the core of what we do as a network.
With thousands of experts across our cities, decades of project expertise, and our staff of specialists, knowledge is not something that we’re short on.
On this page you can find the helpful resources that Eurocities has developed to aid the work of cities – anything from research, policy positions and reports to case studies, videos, podcasts and practical tools, discover resources that inform, inspire and support action on today’s urban challenges.
Eurocities creates these resources, often through EU-funded projects or our own working groups and forums, always in concert with cities at the cutting-edge of their fields, as well as other expert partners, to meet the needs that local leaders and technical staff have expressed.
These tools can never replace the in-person learning and networking that Eurocities is famous for. However, we hope they will serve to allow the knowledge generated by these in-person experiences to ripple out for those to whom the privilege of direct involvement has not been available. Whatever it is you’re looking for, we are confident that you will find it here. Buckle your seatbelt, and let’s dive in.

This Eurocities-led publication from the EU-funded Nets4Dem project explores how cities are responding to declining democratic trust, participation and engagement through practical democratic innovation.
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The report highlights that no goal is on track to be achieved by 2030, with SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 14 (Life Below Water), SDG 15 (Life on Land) and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions) particularly off track.
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This report focuses on mental health (Principle 16 of the European Pillar of Social Rights – Access to Health). It highlights how cities are creating policies and services that not only target mental health but also address the social factors, such as housing, employment and social inclusion, that greatly impact citizens’ wellbeing.
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When subsidies aren’t enough for local governments to fund all their ambitions, there are several attractive alternatives that come in the form of innovative finance, from green bonds to crowdfunding. Below is a brief overview of each method we explored, explaining what the method is, how it works, as well as the advantages, targeted sectors, and an example for each.
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The Heritage Library is a digital repository of heritage-related materials, providing access to a vast pool of resources, ranging from research papers, articles and case studies to audiovisual content and much more.
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30 examples of how European cities and regions transform their built environment with quality, sustainable and inclusive solutions.
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The Cities Energy Saving Sprint toolkit provides guidance on emergency energy-saving measures for local authorities, helping them adapt infrastructures and services to reduce energy consumption. It focuses on four main areas: heating, lighting, mobility, and communication.
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A new Eurocities paper showcases local governments’ best practices to tackle energy poverty and help alleviate its consequences.
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“Urban areas present a challenge for mental health… It is, therefore, essential to address mental health across all levels of government, including the local level.” This is one of the conclusions of a new Eurocities study published on the occasion of European Mental Health Week.
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What can cities do to address mental health issues? A lot. From Helsinki to Cluj-Napoca to Milan, municipalities are taking decisive action to support the wellbeing of urban communities..
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