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Letters and statements
Circular Economy
Published: 2026

Joint call for action on circular construction

Background: Why a joint call for action on circular construction?
The European Commission is preparing a legislative act on circular economy – the Circular Economy Act (CEA). This is a critical opportunity to act, enabling and streamlining circular construction, renovation and demolition practices. The act is planned for proposal in 2026 (3rd quarter), followed by negotiations between the European Parliament and Council. During this time, frontrunner cities and regions need to stand toget...
Position paper
Biodiversity & NBS Circular Economy Climate Neutral Cities Resilience Socio-Cultural Transformations Procurement Sustainable Food Systems
Published: 2026

From Local Burden to Shared Responsibility: Why the PFAS Conversation Must Start at the Local Level

PFAS pollution has become a worrying issue across Europe. To address local and regional governments’ PFAS related problems, an informal working group of regions and cities has been established. The group has recently reached a concrete milestone with the preparation of a joint position paper, aimed at ensuring that the perspectives and responsibilities of LRAs are reflected in the ongoing EU-level debate.
The group includes some of our REXCom member cities - Rotterdam and Antwerp. We as I...
Position paper
Sustainable Energy Systems
Published: 2026

Calling on the German government to strengthen the role of local governments in the energy transition

Breaking free from the fossil cost trap – why municipalities need planning security
ICLEI Europe welcomes the German government’s intent to advance the heat transition through the upcoming Building Modernisation Act (GModG). However, the current draft, published in February 2026, falls short of delivering the transformative, long-term approach needed to meet Germany’s climate targets, ensure energy security, and make the transition socially just.
The proposed reliance on gree...
Handbook / Guide
Biodiversity & NBS Circular Economy Climate Neutral Cities Governance Innovation Green Digital Transformation Resilience Socio-Cultural Transformations Procurement Sustainable Energy Systems Sustainable Food Systems Sustainable Mobility
Published: 2026

European Town Hall COPs Briefing Note

Town Hall COPs in Europe are community-led climate dialogues that connect local citizens, cities, and regions with national and global climate processes, including the UNFCCC.
They bring European climate action closer to people by linking local priorities, such as energy costs, housing, health, mobility, and jobs, to national climate plans and EU climate goals. These dialogues help cities showcase solutions already being implemented, strengthen cooperation across governance levels, and ensure t...
RexCom Communications Member Relations Events Media Biodiversity & NBS Circular Economy Climate Neutral Cities Governance Innovation Green Digital Transformation Resilience Socio-Cultural Transformations Procurement Sustainable Energy Systems Sustainable Food Systems Sustainable Mobility
Published: 2026

The power of our network: 2025 Inspiring Action Report

In 2025, ICLEI Europe and its members continued to demonstrate the power of local action. Across Europe, cities and regions made meaningful progress in advancing sustainability across cross-cutting areas – from climate action and energy transition to inclusive, resilient urban development. ICLEI Europe was proud to support, connect, and amplify this work, helping local ambitions translate into tangible impact.
This year also marked an important moment of transition for our organisation. A...
Responses to public consultations
Published: 2026

ICLEI Europe’s response to the call for evidence for update of the governance of the Energy Union and climate action

Adopted in 2018, the Regulation on the Governance of the Energy Union and Climate Action established the EU’s integrated framework for planning, monitoring and coordinating climate and energy policies through National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) and Long-Term Strategies (LTSs), replacing over fifty fragmented obligations. As the Commission’s 2024 evaluation notes, it has improved cross-sector coordination, transparency and policy development across Member States.
Since then, th...
Report
Published: 2026

Supporting a just transition to climate neutrality through the national and regional partnership plans (NRPP)

From 1 January 2028, the European Union will manage a new budget through the 2028–2034 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF). The European Commission has proposed merging cohesion policy funds, agricultural, migration, and Social Climate Fund resources into a single National and Regional Partnership Plan (NRPP) for each member state. This new Fund will constitute the main source of funding for climate and just transition objectives.
Responses to public consultations
Communications Governance Innovation
Published: 2025

ICLEI Europe’s response to the call for evidence on the EU Agenda for Cities

In this response to the public consultation on the EU Agenda for Cities by the European Commission, ICLEI recommends taking a bold, integrated, and forward-looking approach grounded in multilevel collaboration and local empowerment. Based on extensive practical experience and engagement in EU-funded initiatives, ICLEI Europe puts forward several key recommendations for an ambitious EU Agenda for Cities.
Responses to public consultations
Built Environment & Culture Socio-Cultural Transformations
Published: 2025

ICLEI’s response to the Call for Evidence: Affordable Housing Plan

ICLEI’s response to the Call for Evidence: Affordable Housing Plan, While ICLEI Europe welcomes the European Commission’s affordable housing plan initiative and acknowledgement that addressing housing needs cannot come at the expense of environmental and social goals, ICLEI is urging to consider that around 90% of today's buildings will still exist in 2050 and that European policies and investments in this field should hence focus on high-quality, sustainable, and energy-efficient housing th...
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