Cities overcoming institutional barriers: Socially just climate action across municipal departments
This blog was written by Jannis Niethammer and co-authored by Emily West and Daniel Botha from ICLEI Europe. Climate action…
Author: Jannis Niethammer
Jannis Niethammer is an Expert in Socio-Cultural Transformations at ICLEI Europe, where he works to advance just and inclusive pathways for sustainable urban futures. With a background in interdisciplinary social and sustainability sciences, he explores how social innovations, governance practices, and community engagement shape equitable climate action. His work bridges research and real-world practice, helping cities rethink sustainable development beyond growth and empower people at the center of the transition.
