Resources
From case studies to methodologies and tools, learn from other cities’ experience.
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Democratic innovation in cities: resources for local action
This Eurocities-led publication from the EU-funded Nets4Dem project explores how cities are responding to declining democratic trust, participation and engagement through practical democratic innovation.
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Future cultural spaces in cities: Emerging trends catalogue
Future cultural spaces in cities: Emerging trends features over 30 initiatives from member cities, highlighting the main trends shaping the future of cultural spaces and reflecting how cities are rethinking culture as a foundation for resilient, inclusive and sustainable urban life.
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How to make National Energy and Climate Plans more implementable and investable
The revision of the Governance Regulation is a key opportunity to make EU climate governance more focused on implementation and investment. The current framework has strengthened national planning, but still does not fully reflect how climate action is delivered locally through existing plans and investment pipelines.
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European Heritage Hub’s Local Good Practices catalogue
The European Heritage Hub’s Local Good Practices catalogue gathers practical examples of how cities use heritage to support sustainable, inclusive and innovative urban development, offering concrete inspiration for local authorities and practitioners across Europe.
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Local Alliance letter to European Council: EU budget must recognise cities & regions
In a joint letter ahead of the European Council on 18-19 June, the Local Alliance calls for the next EU budget to put cities and regions at the heart of EU investment and delivery.
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Making Automated Mobility work for cities and people in Europe
This Eurocities policy paper sets out how automated mobility can work for cities and people, rather than simply add more vehicles to urban streets.
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Eurocities Sustainable Culture
Visit the landing page for the Eurocities Lille Call to Action for Sustainable and Inclusive Culture.
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Eurocities Policy Briefing – The Role of Cities in Achieving the SDGs
The report highlights that no goal is on track to be achieved by 2030, with SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 14 (Life Below Water), SDG 15 (Life on Land) and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions) particularly off track.
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From EU Policy to Local Action – Building commitment for sustainable Urban Food Systems
The Urban Agenda for the EU Food Partnership has released a new policy statement calling on EU leaders to fully recognise cities as key actors in building fair, sustainable and resilient food systems.
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