Resources
From case studies to methodologies and tools, learn from other cities’ experience.
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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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Cities urge the EU to pedal away from polluting vehicles
In a new policy paper, Eurocities members tap into their long-standing experience to advice the European Commission on the key steps to make its upcoming cycling declaration successful in cities.
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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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How the EU can work better with cities
Ahead of next year’s European elections, a new Eurocities policy paper says there is a need to review and improve the current initiatives for collaboration between the EU and cities. This will ensure that cities can play a key role in developing EU policies that build a green, prosperous urban future.
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Paving the way for zero-emission buses in cities
CO2 emissions from heavy-duty vehicles are disproportionately high; this although their number in cities is low compared to other means of transport. In a new position paper, Eurocities provides recommendations to EU policymakers that focus on the decarbonisation of buses, the most common form of urban public transport.
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Cities lead the way towards inclusive wellbeing
“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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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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Cities’ commitment to a more sustainable and inclusive culture
Cities are an integral part of the fight to mitigate global warming, adapt to climate change and make societies more inclusive. Culture can make a difference.
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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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