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A new framework for rethinking urban climate action ahead of upcoming IPCC Special Report on Cities and Climate Change
A new paper highlights gaps in urban climate research and sets out a roadmap to accelerate ecological transitions. Its insights will help shape the upcoming IPCC Special Report on Climate Change and Cities and drive a new era of data and community-driven multilevel climate governance.
Embedding water resilience in urban planning
Water is the “blue thread” linking human rights, the SDGs, and the three Rio Conventions. Since 2000, the number of urban residents without safely managed drinking water has grown by over 50%, and 62% have safely managed sanitation services, leaving major gaps to address. Climate change intensifies these pressures, with local governments on the front lines of these impacts.
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Building livable cities starts with water resilience
Water is a “blue thread” connecting human rights, the SDGs, and the three Rio Conventions on climate, biodiversity, and land.…
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Five reasons why oceans are important to cities and why cities are important for our oceans
Local and regional governments are paying attention to the multilateral oceans agenda because of the myriad ways life in coastal…
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Rainwater utilization as a key to enhancing urban resilience by Sumida City, Japan
As the impacts of climate change become increasingly apparent, concerns over the rising risks of urban flooding and water scarcity…
Town Hall COPs
Connecting climate action at all levels from the ground up.
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Can local climate dialogues really shape national climate action? The Town Hall COP Initiative is trying to prove they can
ICLEI’s Town Hall COP Initiative is emerging as a powerful model to make climate action truly locally led, transformation-oriented, and,…
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Town Hall COPs gain traction with global reach and national endorsement
Since launching in early 2025, the Town Hall COP Initiative has gained momentum, with 70+ local governments and civil society…
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Cities, climate, and convergence: What the first Annual Review on the Rio Conventions tells us
Born from the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, these three multilateral environmental agreements have shaped how the international…
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How youth are shaping local to global climate action through Town Hall COPs
Town Hall COPs are redefining what inclusive, multilevel climate governance looks like on the road to COP30.
Engaging youth for local climate action
ICLEI is committed to making youth meaningful partners in sustainable urban development. From local projects to global climate talks, we ensure young people are not just heard, but empowered to shape decisions.
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Working with youth across the world: Cities powering inclusive climate action
Recognizing youth as powerful drivers of change, local and regional governments are creating meaningful spaces for their voices, leadership, and…
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Youth are taking climate stock. Here are ten ways cities can act with them.
To truly harness youth leadership, local and regional governments must go beyond consultation, co-creating processes where young people set agendas,…
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The role of Youth Councils in Brazilian local governance and how cities can unlock their potential
This guest op-ed article explores how Youth Councils in Brazil are consolidating themselves as powerful tools for shared governance, co-creation,…
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Three ways youth are influencing local food systems
This blog was written by Tashi Piprek, AfriFOODlinks Youth Ambassadorship Focal Point (ICLEI Africa), and edited by Matteo Bizzotto, Global…
Powering sustainable mobility
ICLEI supports cities in creating sustainable, people-centered mobility systems that are safe, accessible, and zero-emission. Our work promotes walking, cycling, public transport, low-emission freight, and emerging mobility solutions.
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Cities in motion: Celebrating the First World Sustainable Transport Day
26 November marks the first-ever United Nations World Sustainable Transport Day, promoting sustainable, efficient, and inclusive transport. ICLEI joins this…
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Cities in Drive: Lessons from EcoLogistics Pilot Projects Towards Sustainable Urban Freight
In nine cities spanning Argentina, Colombia, and India, a movement towards a more eco-friendly and efficient urban freight system is…
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TUMI E-Bus Mission aims to electrify public transit across the Global South
Main photo: [Left to right] Rohan Modi, advisor for Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ); Tu My Tran, Head of…
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Decarbonizing transport: Powering vehicles with renewable energy is the way forward
This blog was written by Karishma Asarpota, Jr. Officer, Climate & Energy Action, and Himanshu Raj, Officer, Sustainable Mobility Global…
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Cars are out. Bikes are in. Sustainable mobility is making waves in Malmö.
By Lucas Dietrichson, Communication Strategist, City of Malmö and Braoin MacLauchlan, Communications Assistant, ICLEI World Secreteriat Malmö is growing. And…