NetZeroCitiesEU

?? Citizen participation is crucial to achieving climate neutrality in cities, want to know why and how? Anthony Zacharzewski, President of Democratic Society, one of the NetZeroCitiesEU consortium partners, was interviewed for the Climate-KIC podcast series 'How Could We?', sharing powerful insights into how inclusive citizen participation plays a vital role in not only reaching climate goals but also ensuring that communities across Europe are actively involved in shaping their cities’ climate-neutral futures. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for meaningful participation, but consistent, long-term engagement is essential. Hear from Anthony who takes a deep dive into citizen engagement and why it is key for a sustainable future. ???Listen to the full episode: Spotify:?https://bit.ly/3YnvyEk Youtube:?https://bit.ly/3BGMQUi Amazon:?https://amzn.to/488lMcA Apple?Podcasts:?https://bit.ly/4f4Mmpb #MissionCities #EUMissions #HorizonEU

New blog post: How Barcelona City Council is a city transforming ?? Lilybell Evergreen, Demos Helsinki had the opportunity to explore this vibrant city and learn about its innovative approach to creating a more livable future. From stunning green urban spaces to pedestrian and cycle-friendly paths, Barcelona is inspiring cities in Europe through community engagement, leadership, and perseverance. ??? Read the full blog post: https://lnkd.in/dhurm9vS #MissionCities #EUMissions #HorizonEU

?? Liberec is powering change through energy communities! As one of the #MissionCities and #PilotCities, Liberec is embracing community-led energy solutions by establishing its first energy community. The city is not only reducing its emissions but also empowering its citizens, putting them at the centre in driving change. Cities like Liberec are creating a new kind of relationship with its citizens, fostering trust and openness to innovation through initiatives such as these to build a climate-neutral future for all. ?? Read our article to learn all about energy communities, their benefits, and how Liberec are doing it! https://lnkd.in/dGxhwwrZ What initiatives is your city doing? Tell us in the comments! #EUMissions #HorizonEU

?? Mark your calendars for the ?ód? Climate Summit 2025! ??? 20 May 2025 ?? ?ód?, Poland As one of the #MissionCities, ?ód??is striving towards climate neutrality whilst also being a hub for knowledge sharing and networking for all stakeholders through their 3rd edition of the ?ód? Climate Summit. This event gathers many leaders of change from the world of politics, local government, science, and business, having convened many representatives of European, national, and local organisations, in particular Patrick Child, Mission Manager, Deputy Director General, DG Environment, European Commission in previous editions, the upcoming Summit expects to create a truly atmospheric day! ? Stay tuned for the full agenda, interested participants are asked to register their interest of participation by emailing: wks[@]uml.lodz.pl Note that the event will be followed by the international Urban Future conference in ?ód? 21-23 May 2025: https://lnkd.in/dVjTYX6b #EUMissions #HorizonEU

??? We have some exciting news for European Cities: The Mission Platform managed by NetZeroCitiesEU is now extending part of its online support to all EU and #HorizonEU cities eager to reach climate neutrality!?? ?? Whether your city is just starting out or already making strides towards sustainability, you can benefit from some of the support, tools, services, and resources we provide!? ? ??This is an invaluable opportunity to learn from #MissionCities, drawing on their experiences and strategies to shape local approaches for climate neutrality. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ezgM7vGQ #EUMissions EU Science, Research and Innovation

?? 'Unlocking the true potential of European cities' a must-read! “Cities have been and will remain leading lights for governments responding to the climate emergency,” says Thomas Osdoba, NetZeroCitiesEU Programme Director This article by the Financial Times spotlights how cities are at the forefront of climate change and are crucial to achieving climate neutrality, showcasing the role of the EU Cities Mission and NetZeroCities in supporting cities to collaborate and innovate for a climate-neutral future. ?? In the article, NetZeroCities Programme Director, Thomas Osdoba and Mayor of Malm? stad, Katrin Stjernfeldt Jammeh are interviewed, illustrating how #MissionCities like Malm? are using best practices like collaboration to harness their decarbonisation goals with the support of the EU Cities Mission and NetZeroCities. “We’re inspired to see how the Mission Cities embrace the challenges of their high ambition and acceleration towards climate neutrality. For us at NetZeroCities, being of service and helping them is its own reward” says Thomas Osdoba. Read the full article and share your thoughts in the comments below! https://lnkd.in/etFiY2az #EUMissions #HorizonEU CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency EU Science, Research and Innovation

? Introducing the newest NetZeroCitiesEU Climate Neutral City Advisor Paul Brunet (ERRIN)! With a background in political science and environmental law and as a political advisor focusing on the ecological transition, Paul has a wealth of experience in supporting the concrete design and implementation of not only climate mitigation and adaptation policies but also social and housing policies. ???See what Paul has to say below and discover how City Advisors support #MissionCities in their climate neutrality work: https://lnkd.in/eJiSd43D #EUMissions?#HorizonEU

?? We are excited to unveil the new homepage design of the NetZeroCitiesEU Portal, your one-stop-shop for climate neutrality! What’s new? - Smarter navigation: Quickly find the content that matters most to your city. - Peer-learning groups: Connect directly with others tackling similar challenges. - Stay updated: Catch up on recent posts and upcoming events. We are not stopping here! Our UX team is gathering user feedback through quick 1-on-1 sessions. Your input will help shape a portal tailored to your needs ?? Be part of the process - share your thoughts today: https://lnkd.in/eerj6mvC Discover what's new now: https://lnkd.in/e7Xz2KHB If you have any specific questions feel free to contact emma.fordemacnaughton[@]metabolic.nl Interested in accessing support and services on your climate neutrality journey? Stay tuned for more information in the coming days! #MissionCities #EUMissions #HorizonEU CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency EU Science, Research and Innovation

?? Get ready for the upcoming NetZeroCitiesEU Community of Practice webinar: Pathways to Net-Zero - Understanding Urban Greenhouse Gas Emissions! ??? Tuesday 19 November, 10:00 - 11:00 CET This session will provide insights into data and solutions for achieving climate neutrality in cities. Discover how data-driven approaches are helping cities pinpoint emission hotspots, monitor progress, and drive impactful climate actions with Susanne Sch?del, Founder and CEO of GmbH Environment Data as keynote speaker. This webinar will dive deep into: - The science behind urban emissions - Effective methods for obtaining and utilising city-level GHG data - Inspiring city case studies on emissions tracking and reduction ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/eXekRMSU #MissionCities #EUMissions #HorizonEU

??? Have you explored what Lund kommune is doing to detoxify their heat in their urban space? As one of the #MissionCities and part of the Covenant of Mayors - Europe, Lund aims to drastically reduce their emissions and decarbonising their heat is just one of the ways they are doing it! With district heating accounting for 90% of the heat demand in the city, they now focus on low-temperature district heating, and have built the largest low-temperature district heating network in the world, allowing Lund to lower the temperature of the district heating and reduce energy losses. ? ?? Want to know how? Take a look at the NetZeroCitiesEU case study: https://lnkd.in/dVph_QPx Discover the Covenant of Mayors Cities Heat Detox Map to see similar stories: https://lnkd.in/eyG_33fv #CitiesHeatDetox #HealthyHeat4Cities #EUMissions #HorizonEU