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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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  • Policy papers

    New Urban Waste Water Directive

    Three out of five wastewater operators are public companies owned by public authorities. The new Urban Waste Water Directive needs their input to achieve its ambitions.

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  • Publications

    The past, present and future of culture and heritage

    A new publication will bring you insights into present challenges and future trends in cultural heritage – and great examples of how cities around Europe are approaching them.

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  • Publications

    Finance your sustainable energy project

    Budgets may be shrinking, but cities’ sustainable energy ambitions are not. Luckily, we have shortcuts to innovative finance.

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  • Publications

    Inspiring stories on cultural heritage

    From fortresses that rise like a phoenix from the ashes, to walls that whisper secrets of the past – this isn’t a new Harry Potter novel, it’s a collection of best practices on cultural heritage in the EU’s cities and regions.

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    Making digital opportunities work for people and the public good

    Over the past 20 years, the digital transformation has, in some respects, shaped our daily activity beyond recognition. Ahead of the announced Digital Services Act of the European Commission, Eurocities shares several recommendations on how to make digital opportunities work better for people and the public good.

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