๐๏ธ Cities are at the heart of Europeโs progress.
City leaders are calling for bold action to empower urban centres in shaping a greener, more innovative and competitive future.
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The fight against climate change starts in cities, but they need stronger EU backing to accelerate the transition.
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๐ข City leaders are standing up for democracy
Amid rising populism, Europeโs mayors state their commitment to equality & freedom.
As part of our #100daysEU campaign, mayors call on the EU to work with cities to strengthen democracy, social equity & climate action.
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Achieving #zeroemission #mobility is not only a lofty aspiration but an urgent need.
It is the responsibility of the next #EU policymakers to ensure Europe is on track to realise this vision. ๐ฒ๐๐
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Cities have been welcoming newcomers consistently over time, including over 6M refugees from Ukraine.
๐ข Local leaders are urging @ec.europa.eu to recognise them as key integration stakeholders and provide direct funding.
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โก๏ธ Culture drives change. As part of our #100daysEU campaign, we highlighted how cities are fostering greener and more inclusive cultural policies.
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European cities play a critical role in fostering cooperation and integration between the EU and candidate countries.
Find out how in our #100daysEU campaign article
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โก๏ธIf mayors ruled the EU, digital transformation would put people first.
We urge the new EU Commission to ensure tools and frameworks protect digital rights and champion a human-centred approach to tech sovereignty.
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Our #100daysEU campaign has highlighted cities' priorities for a better Europe ๐
As post-2027 #EUbudget talks have been held, cities call for better access to EU funding & resources, to deliver public services & take #climateaction.
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Can construction be sustainable and innovative? @toulousefr.bsky.social says yes๐ก
Circular economy cuts waste, eco-friendly methods boost progress, and smart procurement enhances circular construction.
Dive deeper: eurocities.eu/stories/toul...
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San Sebastian is harnessing youth innovation for a sustainable future, fostering talent, building partnerships and boosting urban resilience.
โ๏ธDiscover how this Basque city is empowering the next generation of innovators: eurocities.eu/stories/boos...
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๐๏ธ Cities are at the heart of Europeโs progress.
City leaders are calling Executive VPs @teresaribera.ec.europa.eu & Stรฉphane Sรฉjournรฉ for bold action to empower urban centres in shaping a greener, more innovative and competitive future.
Learn more: eurocities.eu/latest/stron...
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๐กโจ Rome is prioritizing youth & families in housing!
๐ข Rent subsidies for families with children
๐ Housing recovery projects for young people & students
Learn more about how Rome is building a city where everyone has a place to call home ๐๏ธ
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๐ก Madrid is tackling the housing crisis head-on. With soaring rents pushing families to the edge of poverty, the city is stepping up with:
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Budapest is taking action on housing! ๐ก
The city has launched a Housing Agency to boost affordable homes, renovate private apartments, & turn public buildings into social housing.
Learn about how Budapest is building a fairer, more livable city ๐
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๐ขโก๏ธ๐ Dublin is turning empty spaces into homes! ๐ฎ๐ชโจ
The Adaptive Reuse Unit is refurbishing vacant offices & commercial buildings to create new social housing apartments.
Learn more about the city's efforts here ๐
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๐กVilnius is going all-in on energy-efficient renovations!
A one-stop shop guides residents through the process, with 30% grants & low-interest loans to help.
The best part? ๐ถ Energy savings cover loan costs, making homes greener & wallets happier! ๐ฑ
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Climate initiatives can help cities face other threatsโlike earthquakes.
Istanbul is coupling decarbonisation with seismic resiliency efforts. The result? Greener, more resilient buildings with lower energy costs.
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What do the words โGuimaresโ and โgreenโ have in common? You canโt say either without a smile.
Thatโs not all. The essence of both is combined in the cityโs District C: a model of healthy, urban sustainability.
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๐ This #ValentinesDay, let's celebrate love for diversity & inclusion!
๐ผ Rotterdam is taking action with inclusive hiring & leadership programmes
๐ข Coming soon: An inspiring practice by Rotterdam
๐ Read more at @eurocities.bsky.social report: diginproject.eu/resources/ex...
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#Uppsala is hammering home the importance of a circular economyโwith reused bricks.
The city is conducting renovations by using old construction materials that would have otherwise been discarded.
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What is the 'House of Change?'
#Mannheim has long been a leader in innovation. Now, the city is driving forward the green transition.
As part of our #100DaysEU campaign, read about how Mannheim is using creative citizen engagement to drive its sustainability agenda.
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Can cities score a goal for sustainability?
#Valladolid says yes.
As part of our #100DaysEU campaign, learn about how the city is partnering with its local football team to promote sustainable practices ๐
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๐ก #Lodz has set an ambitious goal: reach net-zero by 2030. The city is incorporating innovative financing and public-private partnerships to achieve sustainable urban development.
Read more about how Lodz is targeting building renovations ๐ https://buff.ly/3EqEb9T
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The fight against climate change starts in citiesโbut they need stronger EU backing to accelerate the transition.
As part of our #100daysEU campaign, this week we focus on accelerated climate action.
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๐ณ๏ธ Europe's cities are giving people a direct say in policies that shape their lives.
๐ The @citiobs.bsky.social project, involving Eurocities, empowers communities to monitor issues like air & noise pollution and urban heat - turning citizen data into action.
Learn more ๐ citiobs.eu
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San Sebastian leads democratic innovation! ๐ก ๐
The city & Eurocities Next Generation Academy brought together young professionals to tackle a key challenge: attracting & retaining young talent.
It's a great example of cities driving solutions to urban challenges.
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#Vilnius is leading in participatory democracy! ๐
The city is bridging the digital divide by equipping older people with digital skills, so everyone can engage in democratic processes.
๐ข Our #100daysEU campaign urges the EU to adopt these practices for citizen-driven policies.
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๐ข Our #100daysEU campaign calls for a more democratic EU
Mayors urge EU Commissioner Raffaele Fitto to:
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Recognise cities as EU partners
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Develop an ambitious urban policy agenda
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Commit to participatory democracy
The EU must work with cities for a just future! ๐ eurocities.eu/latest/empow...
๐ณ๏ธ The City of #Rotterdam is inspiring local democracy!
Through 39 neighbourhood councils, Rotterdam's 'Neighbourhood in Action' initiative is giving direct decision-making power to residents.
Local people have a real say in shaping policies & services.
๐ eurocities.eu/stories/its-...
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