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The European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns is coming home to Aalborg Kommune, Denmark on 1-3 October as we celebrate its 10th anniversary edition 👉  https://lnkd.in/eZ6JAEGS Returning to the city where it all began 30 years ago, this event gathers over 1,000 participants to push for bold action in response to today's urgent environmental challenges. Building on the legacy of past conferences, #Aalborg2024 promises deep dives into key issues, collaborative workshops, and inspiring keynotes, all set against the vibrant backdrop of Aalborg. 🔍 See how #LocalGreenDeals make the #EUGreenDeal a reality 🌍 Make a difference for a #sustainable future 🧑🏽🤝🧑🏽 Join 1000+ participants at #Aalborg2024 Come shape the future beyond the status quo. ICLEI Europe

And that's a wrap! Absolutely thrilled to see the success of the UrbanShift Indonesia City Academy, a true testament to the power of collaboration and shared knowledge in driving sustainable urban development. Over three days, #ICLEI and our partners at C40 Cities and World Resources Institute led in-person training on critical themes like Nature-based Solutions, Circular Economy, and Integrated Climate Action Planning—each of which plays a crucial role in shaping the future of our cities. The discussions around how to mainstream nature into urban policies, the transformative potential of circular economy practices beyond waste management, and the tailored climate action strategies for cities at different stages of development were particularly enlightening. A huge thank you to our incredible partners Ministry of National Development Planning/Bappenas Republic of Indonesia and Global Environment Facility for their dedication and support. The tools, insights, and strategies shared during this City Academy will undoubtedly empower cities across Asia to meet their sustainability goals and address the complex challenges of urbanization. #UrbanShift #SustainableCities #ClimateAction #CircularEconomy #NatureBasedSolutions

Tomorrow, at the #DaringCities 2024 Virtual Forum, we will explore how local and regional governments can address the climate emergency while meeting residents' needs. The Malmö Commitment's growing network places social equity at the heart of local sustainable development. Join us to hear from pioneers of the Commitment as they share their best practices for an inclusive transition. The event will feature distinguished speakers: 🔸 Iris Kriikkula, Project Manager, Circular Economy, City of Turku, Finland 🔸Lucila Garcia, Director, International Cooperation Agency, City of Santa Fe, Argentina 🔸Patrick Cornell, Chief Financial Officer, City of Pittsburgh, United States 🔸Moderation by Kale Roberts, Deputy Director, ICLEI USA 🗓️ 29 August, 16:00 UTC+2 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/g7EZa8An

🌍 #WorldWaterWeek: Insights on urban water resilience, peace, and Social Justice In our era of poly-crises, the lack of access to water and sanitation is a catalyst for unrest, conflict, and exclusion. But it’s also a gateway to cooperation, peace, and resilience—if managed wisely. Urban water resilience goes beyond city borders, relying on catchment systems that stretch across regions. This makes transboundary governance essential, linking water to peace and security at both local and regional scales. 🏙️Understanding the complex, multi-directional relationships between water, broader socio-economic and geopolitical factors, and the potential for either conflict or cooperation requires a systems-based approach, building on local institutions. 💧 Sustainable, long-term, inclusive water governance can be achieved through an institutionalised partnership between a legally mandated technical water operator (such as a utility), local government and organisations embedded in local community relationships. 🤝Beyond conflict, the management of shared water resources can just as often be a catalyst for regional cooperation between diverse stakeholders. 🏠Adopting a holistic approach to water stewardship is only effective when it meaningfully and systematically includes those households and communities most marginalized and vulnerable to climate change and water-related hazards. ⚖️ Although legal mandates are an enabling factor, consistent inclusion of diverse stakeholders can be driven by any type of organization with the necessary motivation, vision, and deep-rooted relationships within the community. Let’s rethink how we manage water resources—not just as a necessity, but as a powerful tool for peace, security, and social justice. ICLEI Africa, World Resources Institute, Arup, Deltares, Global Water Operators' Partnerships Alliance/UN-Habitat (GWOPA), Resilient Cities Network, Antea Group International

The countdown is on! Ready to explore how cities and regions are leading the charge in biodiversity action toward COP16 Colombia? Under the theme “Making Peace with Nature,” world leaders will gather in Cali, Colombia, for the 16th Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP16) from 25-27 October. As we gear for this major UN conference, join the webinar, “Countdown to Cali COP16: The participation of regions and cities,” and discover how local and subnational governments are shaping policies and making real change happen at #COP16Colombia. Don’t miss out on this crucial briefing, especially as we head into the 8th Summit for Subnational Governments and Cities, an official parallel event to COP16, co-hosted by #ICLEI, CBD Secretariat, City of Cali, Colombian Ministry of Environment & Sustainable Development, and Regions4. Join us tomorrow and hear from high-level speakers to learn about the contributions of local leaders towards a future where urbanization coexists with nature in harmony. 🌳 🏙 🗓️ 28 August 🕔 17:00 CEST 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gzxbCQSb This session is part of the #FromAgreementtoAction webinar series, hosted by ICLEI Cities Biodiversity Center in partnership with UN Environment Programme, the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity UN Biodiversity, International Union for Conservation of Nature, European Committee of the Regions (CoR), and Regions4. #Biodiversity

Indonesia’s cities are at the forefront of climate action, integrating innovative solutions to address challenges like rapid urbanization, climate vulnerability, and inadequate infrastructure.  The UrbanShift Indonesia City Academy brings together city leaders from across Asia for three days of intensive in-person training on Nature-based Solutions, #CircularEconomy, and Integrated #ClimateAction Planning, specifically selected to address climate vulnerability, rapid urbanization, and environmental challenges. https://lnkd.in/eMePNVaR  Hosted by experts from UN Environment Programme, World Resources Institute, #ICLEI, and C40 Cities, these courses are tailored to help participating cities enhance ecosystem resilience, transition to sustainable economic models, and integrate climate action into urban planning, aligning local efforts with national and global sustainability goals. Learn more about all UrbanShift's City Academy courses and attend them online for free: https://lnkd.in/e-tqSHuk   #SustainableDevelopment #UrbanPlanning #ClimateResilience 

We're thrilled to be part of URBIS24, a collaborative workshop hosted by the European Space Agency - ESA with the European Commission, Covenant of Mayors - Europe, UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme), and OECD - OCDE. Held in Frascati, Italy, from 16–18 September, the event will bring together urban policymakers, Earth Observation researchers, service providers, and end-users to address key urban challenges. #ICLEI, through its Global Research, Innovation, and Development Strategy, has been active at the interface of Cities, Science and Research & Development. In particular, Pourya Salehi, ICLEI’s Head of Research and Innovation, and Dr. David Corbett, Research and Innovation Officer, helped identify the priorities of urban practitioners, policy and decision-makers and how they can be addressed leveraging leading-edge solutions. #URBIS24 is not just about discussions—it's about action. The workshop will feature dynamic presentations, interactive sessions, and a poster exhibition where participants can showcase innovative projects. Together, we will map existing methodologies and explore new applications of EO technology, fostering collaborations that drive #UrbanInnovation. 🔗 Event details: https://urbis24.esa.int/ 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/ePkPtyrK 🚀 #EarthObservation #SustainableCities #URBIS24 #ICLEI #SmartCities #ClimateAction

How can cities and regions build urban water resilience to foster peace, security, and social justice? Explore the critical link between urban water systems and regional stability at this upcoming session held at #WorldWaterWeek. We'll delve into how multi-stakeholder collaboration and multi-level governance can contribute to sustainable water and sanitation systems, transforming water challenges into opportunities for peace and inclusivity. Mark your calendar and join online or in person: 📅 27 August, 11:00 CEST 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/dxapYfp Under the theme "Bridging Borders: Water for a Peaceful and Sustainable Future," World Water Week highlights the importance of regional and global collaboration in water management, underscoring the collaborative effort needed to achieve peace and sustainable urban development. ICLEI Africa, World Resources Institute, Arup, Deltares, Global Water Operators' Partnerships Alliance/UN-Habitat (GWOPA), Resilient Cities Network, Antea Group International #water #UrbanResilience #watersecurity #peace #ICLEI

𝐆𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝟏𝟏:𝟓𝟑 𝐀𝐌 𝐄𝐄𝐒𝐓 (𝟏𝟎:𝟓𝟑 𝐂𝐄𝐒𝐓)! 𝑯𝒐𝒕-𝒐𝒇𝒇-𝒕𝒉𝒆-𝒑𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝒖𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑰𝑷𝑪𝑪 𝑺𝑹-𝑪𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔: 🌍 I'm 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐠𝐨, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟔𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐏𝐂𝐂 𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐚 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 (𝐒𝐑-𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬). This marks a significant milestone in our global journey to create a crucial scientific resource on cities and climate change for all stakeholders, particularly national and local governments worldwide. ✅ Back in April, we laid the groundwork in Riga, and now the outline has been officially agreed upon. A standout moment of the scoping meeting was the collaboration between urban practitioners and scientists. 𝐁𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐞𝐭, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 #𝐈𝐏𝐂𝐂 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨-𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 a report rich in policy relevance and practical insights. I believe this report presents an unprecedented opportunity for the global community to reinforce multilevel climate action through scientific discourse. As an example, given that the #UNFCCC is a key audience for #IPCC reports, the SR-Cities has the potential to significantly contribute to the UNFCCC Global Stocktake 2. As the longest-established global network of cities and local governments, ICLEI has a rich history of engaging with the IPCC and supporting its cycles, particularly regarding cities and city-level climate action. ICLEI is committed to scaling up this engagement in AR7 and supporting the IPCC in the SR-Cities development journey. Together with our peer city networks and supporting partners, we will continue to support the co-creation process in the SR-Cities development journey by leveraging our networks, media outlets, and initiatives, such as #ICLEIWorldCongress, #DaringCities Annual Forum, and #Innovate4Cities. These platforms will serve as robust conduits for engaging cities and local governments with the SR-Cities and AR7, ensuring the final report becomes an indispensable resource for city climate action. A huge thanks to the IPCC Bureau and the SR-Cities Scientific Steering Committee (SSC), including, Diana Urge-Vorsatz, Winston Chow, Bart van den Hurk, Robert Vautard, Katherine Calvin, Joy Jacqueline Pereira, Siir Kilkis, @Xiaoye Zhang and others, for their hard work and dedication. And a special thanks to the stellar Debra Roberts for her instrumental role in the birth and growth of SR-Cities since 2016! Felix Creutzig, Maryke van Staden, Andy Deacon, Bernhard Barth, Benjamin Jance IV, Lea Ranalder, Dennis Pamlin, Anjali Mahendra, Cathy Oke, Adriana Kocornik-Mina, yunus Arikan, Aromar Revi, Seth Schultz, #IPCC, #ICLEI, #GCoM, #UNHabitat, #WRI #SpecialReportOnCities #AR7

“A clear path toward 100% renewable energy” -  Dive into the August issue of ICLEI's iNews, our global newsletter. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eCcqTQ9b In this edition, we delve into the transformative journey towards achieving 100% renewable energy, exploring how cities and regions across the globe are turning this ambitious vision into reality. The 100% Renewables Cities and Regions Roadmap project is at the forefront of this effort, providing essential guidance to local governments as they transition to fully renewable energy sources. Rohit Sen, ICLEI's Head of Sustainable Energy, offers his insights, shedding light on the strategies and innovations driving the global shift towards clean, #SustainableEnergy. 💡 We also spotlight three pioneering cities and regions—Avellaneda in Argentina, Kisumu County in Kenya, and West Nusa Tenggara Province in Indonesia—each of which has unveiled comprehensive roadmaps to achieve 100% renewable energy by 2050. These roadmaps, launched at the #ICLEIWorldCongress 2024, represent a significant step forward, setting a powerful example for sustainable urban development in their communities and beyond. Cities worldwide are leading the shift to renewable energy through innovative strategies and strong collaborations. From San Diego's clean energy focus in its first Voluntary Local Review to the Philippines' ambitious Solar Rooftops Challenge, these efforts underscore the crucial role of local action in driving the global transition toward a sustainable, renewable future. ☀️ Remember to subscribe to iNews to stay tuned ➡ https://lnkd.in/deipWxPX