Why climate action falls short without inclusion – and how cities can change this

Why climate action falls short without inclusion – and how cities can change this

Climate action is only as effective as the communities it reaches, but too often, city programs favor those with more resources, leaving disadvantaged groups behind. Through the INCLU:DE project, ICLEI and partner cities are testing practical ways to remove barriers and make climate programs accessible and fair. The result: Higher uptake of climate solutions and more resilient, trusted local governance.

Bursting the bubble? Engaging the disengaged for equitable climate transitions 

Bursting the bubble? Engaging the disengaged for equitable climate transitions 

To ensure climate policies are more socially balanced, particularly in addressing the needs and participation of structurally disadvantaged populations, the INCLU:DE project promotes a shift in focus from incentivizing to enabling. How do cities design local climate actions that speak to all different realities?