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Author: Global Communications Team

From Steel City to sustainable city: The story of Pittsburgh and cities with industrial legacies
COP23 Global Advocacy Global Events

From Steel City to sustainable city: The story of Pittsburgh and cities with industrial legacies

ByGlobal Communications Team November 9, 2017June 3, 2025

Since the first industrial revolution, extractive and manufacturing industries have formed the backbone of local economies, leading to rapid urbanization…

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From La Paz to Bonn: How city-to-city partnerships strengthen climate action
COP23

From La Paz to Bonn: How city-to-city partnerships strengthen climate action

ByGlobal Communications Team November 8, 2017November 8, 2017

The Paris Agreement acknowledges the role that cities, towns and regions can play in tackling climate change and preparing for…

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Bonn and North-Rhine Westphalia are preparing for the impacts of climate change
COP23

Bonn and North-Rhine Westphalia are preparing for the impacts of climate change

ByGlobal Communications Team November 7, 2017November 7, 2017

Severe weather events are increasing the world over from flooding in Bangladesh to heat waves across Southern Europe. To better…

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Local leaders come together in Seoul to build global coalitions
COP23 Global Events Practical solutions

Local leaders come together in Seoul to build global coalitions

ByGlobal Communications Team October 20, 2017June 3, 2025

Hosted by the city of Seoul, the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy and ICLEI – Local Governments…

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Transitioning into ecomobility: Preparing for the EcoMobility World Festival in Kaohsiung
Changing the way we move: The story of Kaohsiung Global Advocacy Transport & mobility

Transitioning into ecomobility: Preparing for the EcoMobility World Festival in Kaohsiung

ByGlobal Communications Team September 27, 2017June 3, 2025

On 1 October, Kaohsiung will welcome visitors from around the world to the EcoMobility World Festival 2017. They are coming to…

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How district energy solutions are changing cities
Practical solutions

How district energy solutions are changing cities

ByGlobal Communications Team July 26, 2017

An increasing number of cities across the world are getting on board and reaping the benefits of district energy. According…

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Transforming Kaohsiung through mobility: A sustainable vision for the city
Changing the way we move: The story of Kaohsiung Series Transport & mobility

Transforming Kaohsiung through mobility: A sustainable vision for the city

ByGlobal Communications Team June 26, 2017June 3, 2025

As the host of the third EcoMobility World Festival, Kaohsiung is seeking to become a pioneer in ecomobility, leading by…

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Mayor Anna Tenje takes Växjö, Sweden forward in championing renewable energy
Energy Global Advocacy Practical solutions

Mayor Anna Tenje takes Växjö, Sweden forward in championing renewable energy

ByGlobal Communications Team June 13, 2017June 26, 2025

A Member of ICLEI and the Global 100% Renewable Energy Cities & Regions Network, Växjö, Sweden is leading the way…

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How cities are using nature for sustainable urban development
Global Advocacy Practical solutions

How cities are using nature for sustainable urban development

ByGlobal Communications Team June 5, 2017June 5, 2017

Nature-based solutions can address urban challenges exacerbated by growing urban populations and the impacts of climate change. They are multi-functional,…

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How Sponge Cities in China manage urban water challenges
Global Advocacy Nature-based Development Practical solutions

How Sponge Cities in China manage urban water challenges

ByGlobal Communications Team June 5, 2017June 3, 2025

Cities in China face significant water-related challenges, including flood, reduced water quality and severe water scarcity – exacerbated by rapid…

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The U.S. withdraws from the Paris Agreement: Message from Mayor Park Won Soon
COP23

The U.S. withdraws from the Paris Agreement: Message from Mayor Park Won Soon

ByGlobal Communications Team June 3, 2017June 23, 2017

Dear fellow ICLEI Members, I was deeply disappointed to learn that the U.S. has withdrawn from the Paris Agreement. The…

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How local action can fight global land degradation
Nature-based Development

How local action can fight global land degradation

ByGlobal Communications Team May 23, 2017June 3, 2025

Land degradation is a growing barrier to sustainable development. It directly affects an estimated 1.5 billion people globally, impacting food…

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