Policy and advocacy
Eurocities advocacy efforts reflect positions agreed through our member cities. Cities are where EU policy becomes reality. Read our latest policy positions below to find out how we transform broader ambitions into urban action for a new sustainable, inclusive and prosperous future.
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Cities and railways unite for a European high-speed rail network
Following the announcement of the EU's plan for a pan-European high-speed rail network, Eurocities and the Community of European Railway and Infrastructure Companies have issued a joint declaration outlining recommendations to make high-speed rail a cornerstone of Europe’s sustainable mobility future.
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Cities’ central role in decarbonising EU heating and cooling sector
Europe's heating and cooling sector uses half the continent's energy, yet continues to rely on fossil fuels. This Eurocities policy statement calls for the EU's new cooling and heating to support city governments to decarbonise the sector and meet EU climate targets.
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From corporate fleet to street: Decarbonising urban mobility across Europe
As the European Commission advances its initiative on corporate fleet decarbonisation, Eurocities sees a strategic opportunity to align fleet reform with cities’ climate, air quality, and mobility goals.
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Empowering cities through Cohesion Policy
In this Eurocities policy statement, city leaders call for a strong, renewed Cohesion Policy in the next EU budget for 2028-2034, placing cities at the heart of EU investment and helping to deliver the upcoming EU Policy Agenda for Cities.
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Pathways for Food 2030 led Urban Food Policies
The final publication from the Food Trails project synthesises four years of work, insights, and best practices shared by the project partners. It serves as both a knowledge sharing document and a guide for future policy action.
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How to put green initiatives on the political agenda
This new paper brings together proven methodologies and concrete policy proposals to help drive lasting change in our food systems.
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The role of cities in shaping food environments
This policy brief concisely defines food environments, and explains cities’ efforts to transform local food environments while generating positive co-benefits for/in the urban context.
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Cities – cooking up sustainable food systems
A new position paper from Eurocities, launched to coincide with world food day, posits that cities have become creative spaces, essential for food system transformation, as we aim to meet new challenges.
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