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Responses to public consultations
Sustainable Energy Systems
Published: 2025

ICLEI Europe’s consultation response to the EU strategy to boost global climate and energy transition

ICLEI Europe welcomes the European Commission’s ambition to present a renewed EU climate and energy diplomacy strategy ahead of COP30 in Belém. This moment offers a crucial opportunity for the EU to reaffirm its leadership in tackling the climate emergencywhile strengthening multilateral cooperation at a time of growing geopolitical tensions, rising energy insecurity, and persistent inequalities. In today’s fragmented global landscape, the EU must demonstrate that it can deliv...
Responses to public consultations
Climate Neutral Cities Resilience
Published: 2025

ICLEI Europe’s consultation response to the European Climate Law amendment

ICLEI Europe welcomes the European Commission’s proposal to amend the European Climate Law by introducing a binding target of a 90% net reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels. A robust and ambitious 2040 target will provide the long-term policy stability that cities and regions need to accelerate public investment and action towards climate neutrality and resilience, with and for all Europeans. The 2040 climate target must be science-based, resilient, and soc...
Responses to public consultations
Resilience
Published: 2025

Response to the call for evidence on the European climate resilience and risk management initiative

ICLEI Europe welcomes the European Commission’s initiative to develop an integrated European Climate Resilience and Risk Management Framework. Drawing on decades of experience supporting local and regional governments in adaptation and resilience, ICLEI stresses the need for a bold, cross-cutting approach that safeguards and protects communities as well as nature, secures prosperity, and boosts Europe’s competitiveness amid growing climate risks. Points highlighted by ICLEI Euro...
Policy brief
Biodiversity & NBS
Published: 2025

Urban Nature Restoration: National-level imperatives under the Nature Restoration Regulation

This policy brief explores how national governments can better support local and regional governments (LRGs) in restoring urban ecosystems under Article 8 of the EU Nature Restoration Regulation (NRR). Drawing on insights from city staff, policymakers, desk research, and the EU-funded Urban Nature Plans plus (UNP+) project, it highlights the key challenges cities face and identifies priority actions for national authorities. The brief offers practical recommendations to strengthen collaboration,...
Tool / Methodology
Biodiversity & NBS
Published: 2025

Youth Inclusion Toolkit for Local Authorities

The toolkit is a practical resource developed by ICLEI within NBS EduWORLD to help local governments meaningfully engage youth in nature-based solutions (NBS) initiatives by offering adaptable tools, case studies, and recommendations to foster inclusive youth participation in decision-making.
Purpose & goals

Provide practical tools (e.g., hackathons, citizen science, visioning exercises) to involve youth in NBS-related actions.
Highlight tested methodologies and case studies to inspire ...
Case study
Circular Economy
Published: 2025

Packaging Reuse at Events: Portfolio of Case Studies

Cities worldwide are increasingly prioritising sustainability, with waste management and packaging reuse gaining prominence as critical issues. Events such as festivals, concerts, and conferences generate significant amounts of single-use packaging, contributing to the generation of great quantities of waste. In response, several cities have implemented or supported initiatives aimed at reducing event-related waste by promoting the reuse of packaging materials. These efforts not only minimize wa...
Press release
Published: 2025

Local Alliance: EU Budget proposals risk cutting out cities and regions

The Local Alliance – a coalition of eight leading networks of local and regional governments – is raising the alarm over the European Commission’s proposal for the next EU budget, warning it could sideline cities and regions and undermine the delivery of key EU priorities.
Position paper
Governance Innovation
Published: 2025

From talk to transformation: local governance innovation driving Europe’s green and competitive future

Local Green Deals and Climate City Contracts are governance innovations developed and tested through recent EU initiatives — namely the Intelligent Cities Challenge and the EU Cities Mission. They guide local public administrations in designing structures and processes to implement strategic EU priorities.
This paper positions Local Green Deals and Climate City Contracts not only forward-looking governance innovations but also as instruments to support Europe's transition priorities under...
Letters and statements
Communications Member Relations Governance Innovation
Published: 2025

Towards a new era of genuine shared governance in Europe

In this shared letter, mayors and regional leaders from over 80 cities, towns and regions and 12 local and regional government networks across Europe are calling for a new era in EU governance that recognises local and regional governments as essential partners in shaping Europe's future.
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