Resources
From case studies to methodologies and tools, learn from other cities' experience.
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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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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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Outlook on the urban dimension of cohesion policy
This Eurocities report shows that the EU cohesion policy is crucial for prosperity in cities. But if cities are to drive climate and social transformations, the policy’s urban dimension must be improved.
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City administrations and EU affairs report
This report co-authored by Eurocities explores how cities organise their engagement with the EU, providing city administrations with the insights and strategies they need to boost their influence in EU affairs.
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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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EU recovery plan fails to deliver cities’ investment needs
Ahead of the mid-term review of the EU’s Covid-19 recovery plan, NextGenerationEU, a new report from Eurocities and CIDOB says the plan is not solid enough to drive the urban actions required for a just, green and digital transformation.
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Prospect policy dialogue
The first Prospect+ policy dialogue webinar centred on reducing dependence on public subsidies and exploring alternative financing models such as green bonds, crowdfunding, and public-private partnerships.
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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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Roadmap for Scaling Impact Investment in Urban Food Systems
Impact investments, which generate both financial returns and positive social and environmental outcomes, can play a crucial role in closing the funding gap in sustainable and healthy food investments.
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Cities must invest in our future
To fight climate change and make Europe digitally and socially resilient over the coming decades, cities need to make long-term investments. However, current EU regulations are blocking this, a new Eurocities policy paper explains.
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