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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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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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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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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Cities to the EU: help enforce traffic rules on foreign vehicles
In a joint letter, 20 cities call on the European Parliament to help municipalities fine foreign drivers breaching local traffic rules.
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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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Joint letter on nature restoration
Eurocities and the Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR) have issued a joint statement in response to the European Commission’s proposed EU Nature Restoration Law (NRL).
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Unpacking the Packaging Waste Regulation
The European Commission is proposing some major changes to the way we handle packaging waste.
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Cities welcome Nature Restoration Law
Despite push-back from some member states, cities welcome the new Nature Restoration Law, and its legally binding targets for local ecosystems. However, some concerns remain.
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