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  • Interactive tools

    Tool for developing climate action plan objectives

    The Synergise+ tool is a practical and innovative Excel-based system developed to assist decision-makers in prioritising actions from sustainable energy and climate action plans.

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  • Guides

    Innovative finance methods

    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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  • Publications

    Building a skilled and resilient workforce at the local level

    In order both to achieve and to ensure the maximum socioeconomic value in achieving the goals of the European Green Deal, it is essential to ensure that Europe’s workforce is equipped with the skills that will allow them to thrive in green industries.

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  • Publications

    Eurocities Monitor and Pulse Mayors Survey 2024

    This second edition of the Eurocities Monitor presents many of the most interesting data and insights gathered throughout the year by Eurocities. The Eurocities Pulse Mayors Survey, which constitutes a major element of this publication, aims to ‘take the pulse’ of mayors and cities at a crucial moment for our continent.

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  • Guides

    Insights on adaptation to climate change

    This resource provides guidance for cities that are seeking to adapt to the effects of climate change. It covers the topics of disaster risk reduction, nature regeneration, just resilience and wellbeing, and financing. The document was produced by the European Covenant of Mayors.

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  • Policy papers

    Eurocities Statement: A more sustainable and inclusive culture starts in cities

    In the lead-up to the EU elections, cities show how culture has its place in shaping a better Europe and ask for a stronger partnership going forward.

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  • Policy papers

    COP28: Europe’s cities demand EU 2040 reduction target of at least 90%

    As COP28 continues, Europe’s cities have called on the EU to commit to at least a 90% net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. A new Eurocities policy statement outlines how the EU must collaborate with cities to achieve this urgent goal.

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  • Case studies

    Catalogue of good practices – Living Spaces

    30 examples of how European cities and regions transform their built environment with quality, sustainable and inclusive solutions.

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  • Guides

    Energy saving sprint

    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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  • Policy papers

    Cities lead the pack to tackle energy poverty

    A new Eurocities paper showcases local governments’ best practices to tackle energy poverty and help alleviate its consequences.  

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