26.09.2024
Climate Alliance supports policy brief urging for a truly just Social Climate Fund
A new just-published policy brief emphasizes on the need for a truly just Social…
20.09.2024
NetZeroCities is looking for new cities for its partner programme – apply now!
NetZeroCities is launching the third call for its successful learning programme…
28.08.2024
New publication shows how deep renovation goes beyond efficiency
A new brochure puts the spotlight on four of the inspirational case studies at…
20.08.2024
New tool facilitates first steps towards deep renovation
Climate Alliance's outPHit project is supporting the planning of deep renovation…
09.08.2024
International Day of Indigenous Peoples 2024: Strengthening the rights of indigenous peoples
Today is the International Day of Indigenous Peoples. This year, the UN is…
13.06.2024
Climate Alliance on the 2024 European Elections
The 2024 European Election ballots have been cast and while results are still…
11.06.2024
City networks call for urgent adoption of Nature Restoration Law
Climate Alliance is joining a group of fellow city networks and partners of the…
07.05.2024
NetZeroCities: 25 more cities receive EU support for innovative climate projects
Yesterday, 25 pilot cities were announced that are testing solutions on the path…
07.05.2024
Climate Alliance project on deep renovation announced as European Sustainable Energy Award finalist
A European jury has selected the outPHit project on renovation with Passive…
Press release | 02.05.2024
World's largest (municipal) cycling campaign launched in Trier
City cycling invites municipalities to hop on their bicycles in supoprt of…
Press release | 15.04.2024
Local Alliance: City and regional networks urge EU to stay the course on Green Deal implementation
Eight leading networks of European cities and regions – ACR+, CEMR, Climate…
12.04.2024
Court judgement with a signal effect: conviction of the murderers of Saweto (PER) after 10 years
On 11 April 2024, the Supreme Court of Ucayali in the Peruvian Amazon region…
08.04.2024
NetZeroCities learning programme is looking for ambitious cities - apply now!
Cities from all over Europe can now apply again for the successful learning…
28.03.2024
Climate Alliance annual report and outlook 2023/2024 now available
Climate Alliance's newest annual report is now available for download in both…
13.03.2024
CITY CYCLING 2024: registration for municipalities now open
Cities and towns from across Europe can now register for this year's edition of…
12.03.2024
New report shows how cities and towns across Europe adapt to the climate crisis
The need for effective adaptation measures at local level is becoming ever…
07.03.2024
Climate Alliance publishes policy manifesto for incoming EU leadership
"Local authorities for a socially inclusive climate and energy transition“ is…
05.03.2024
Climate Alliance supports call for the launch of the EU’s Water Resilience Initiative
Climate Alliance joins a group of environmental NGOs and stakeholders that…
Press release | 07.02.2024
Too much room to hide – Energy savings must underpin the EU’s proposed 2040 targets
Thomas Brose, Executive Director of Climate Alliance comments on the…
01.02.2024
EU Climate Pact call now open: engage your community in local climate action!
As of now, individuals and civil society organisations across the EU have the…
15.01.2024
Grants available for cities and towns in the 6th application phase of the European City Facility
As of today, the 6th call on clean energy investments of the European City…
Press release | 13.12.2023
City cycling campaign breaches the million threshold for the first time
Winning municipalities for 2023 honoured yesterday in Cologne
06.12.2023
Indigneous activist from the Peruvian Amazon murdered
Last week, Quinto Inuma Alvarado, an indigenous environmental activist of the…
Press release | 05.12.2023
Children set example for more climate action at COP28
Climate Alliance presents green footprints to UN Climate Secretariat
26.10.2023
New report on the current state of play of national adaptation action plans published
On 24 October, the European Environment Agency published a report on the current…
20.10.2023
Climate Alliance and Energy Cities present the Modena Declarations
The two major European city networks on climate action, Climate Alliance and…
09.10.2023
Now out: Revamped EPAH Dashboard & New Report on National Energy Poverty Indicators
The Energy Poverty Advisory Hub is excited to introduce a powerful updated and…
27.09.2023
Screening of "The Illusion of Abundance" has an impact in Kleve and Emmerich am Rhein
At the end of September, Climate Alliance member Kleve, in cooperation with the…
26.09.2023
20th anniversary of the Green Footprints Campaign: New hands-on activity for children
The new Green Footprints Campaign‘s activity "Cozy Spaces and Not So Nice…
19.09.2023
Climate Pact Ambassador Call open: Apply now and make a difference!
The European Climate Pact has now launched a call for ambassadors that is open…
29.08.2023
Climate Alliance supports Build Better Lives campaign for an ambitious Energy Performance Building Directive
As an official signatory of CAN Europe's Build Better Lives campaign, Climate…
23.08.2023
Success for indigenous peoples: Ecuador votes against oil exploration in Amazonia
In a landmark vote on 20 August, the people of Ecuador seized their chance to…
15.08.2023
Climate Alliance supports global climate strike on 15 September 2023
On September 15, 2023, the next global climate strike will take place and…
14.08.2023
Climate Alliance Luxembourg supports movement in Ecuador to stop oil production
20 August 2023 is a historic moment for Ecuador. The population has the…
09.08.2023
Not a day to celebrate: International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples 2023
Today is the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples and the…
17.07.2023
Half-time for CITY CYCLING 2023: Cycling campaign experiences record success
With 2,801 participating municipalities, CITY CYCLING has set a new record – and…
28.06.2023
Local and regional level funding via the EU LIFE Call – now open for application
The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) is…
Press release | 14.06.2023
Climate Alliance enters into partnership with Google
Climate Alliance members get access to Google data for their climate action…
06.06.2023
First Energy Caravan launched in Luxembourg
At the end of May, the first Energy Caravan in Luxembourg was launched in the…
05.06.2023
Brand new products supporting municipalities’ urban nature out now!
Climate Alliance can now offer two new instruments for municipalities working on…
30.05.2023
49 Municipalities to receive technical assistance to combat energy poverty
The EU Energy Poverty Advisory Hub (EPAH) has now revealed the results of its…
Press release | 08.05.2023
World’s largest cycling campaign kicks off in Mannheim
City Cycling invites municipalities to hop on their bikes to promote cycling and…
05.05.2023
The NetZeroCities Twinning Programme is here – apply now!
The NetZeroCities Twinning Programme is now open to all interested cities on the…
04.05.2023
EU releases guidance on adapting buildings to climate change
The European Commission’s Directorate-General for Climate Action has just…
Press release | 28.04.2023
Municipal climate projects from across Europe honoured
Climate Alliance awards 16 Climate Stars for initiatives from seven countries
19.04.2023
Energy Efficiency Directive – comprehensive overview available
The Coalition for Energy Savings, a European non-for profit association…
12.04.2023
New offer for Climate Alliance members: Film screening of The Illusion of Abundance
Climate Alliance members now have the chance to show the documentary The…
12.04.2023
Another murder of indigenous leader in Amazonia
Last week, Asháninka leader Santiago Contoricón was murdered in his home in…
06.04.2023
Covenant of Mayors Ceremony: how cities are turning the energy crisis into an opportunity
On March 30, the 2023 Covenant of Mayors Conference brought together high-level…
05.04.2023
The Energy Caravan: A highly effective campaign for municipalities of all sizes!
The energy consulting campaign to increase the renovation rate of the private…
04.04.2023
Young people’s drawings show the importance of nature in cities
More than 90 children participated in the Interlace Project's photo and drawing…
31.03.2023
Climate Alliance annual report now available
Climate Alliance has just published the 2022/2023 edition of its ‘Review and…
30.03.2023
EPAH offers new tools for education in the field of energy poverty
The EU Energy Poverty Advisory Hub (EPAH) has published two new offers: the free…
23.03.2023
German Electricity Saving Check (Stromspar-Check) expands its heating advice
Within the framework of the Climate Alliance project ENPOR, the advisory service…
16.03.2023
EU Mission "Adapting to Climate Change" - Climate Alliance members involved
The EU mission "Adaptation to Climate Change" has gained a total of 301…
15.03.2023
Register now for CITY CYCLING 2023
Starting today, municipalities can register for this year's edition of the…
02.03.2023
53 pilot cities selected for support on the path to climate neutrality
Yesterday, the 53 selected pilot cities for the NetZeroCities pilot programme…
01.03.2023
Open call for technical assistance to tackle energy poverty at the local level
As of today, the Energy Poverty Advisory Hub (EPAH) invites local governments…
08.02.2023
New research published on the importance of indigenous territories for rainforest protection
The Amazon is the largest tropical rainforest in the world and a important…
01.02.2023
Climate Alliance supports international fossil fuel non-proliferation initiative
With the Fossil Fuel Non-Profileration Treaty, Climate Alliance now supports…
20.01.2023
Municipal procurement practitioners wanted for the PROTECT Community
Procurement practitioners and interested municipal representatives can register…
19.12.2022
New EEA report: EU member states are scaling up climate adaptation efforts
On 14 December, the European Environment Agency (EEA) presented its new report…
Press release | 01.12.2022
More than 920,000 people log kilometres cycled for the climate
Saarland Minister for Environment and Mobility honours winning municipalities of…
Press release | 15.11.2022
Climate Alliance presents children’s efforts to UN Climate Secretariat at COP27
Over 235,000 children collected more than three million “Green Footprints” in…
24.10.2022
Application deadline for Climate Star competition extended to 15 November
Climate Alliance members from across Europe can apply for the 10th Climate Star…
11.10.2022
Climate Alliance calls for robust Social Climate Fund
On 11 October, Climate Alliance joined WWF, Oxfam, CAN Europe and over 35 other…
Press release | 30.09.2022
Cities and towns set example in the fight against energy poverty
Climate Alliance members adopt resolution to mitigate energy poverty
20.09.2022
Tackling energy poverty in the rental sector - new recommendations available
Over the past two years, Climate Alliance, together with its ENPOR project…
Press release | 14.09.2022
Municipalities call for climate action to be anchored as a mandatory municipal task
Climate Alliance and further non-profit organisations present joint position…
11.09.2022
Climate Alliance partners with the Smart City Expo World Congress
Climate Alliance has announced a new collaboration with the Smart City Expo…
05.09.2022
NetZeroCities pilot programme launched: 32 Millionen Euro in support for cities available
Today, the NetZeroCities pilot programme was launched as part of the EU Cities…
29.07.2022
New reports put examples and tips for energy communities in the spotlight
The publication "Consumer Stock Ownership Plans (CSOPs) - Financing Energy…
27.07.2022
EU-wide survey maps local needs in public procurement
With a new survey, the EU PROTECT project aims to gather information in order to…
20.07.2022
Call for Partners: Urban Agenda for the EU Partnerships launches new themes
Today, The Urban Agenda for the EU (UAEU) launched a call for partners on two…
07.07.2022
EPAH kicks off series of guidebooks addressing energy poverty
The Energy Poverty Advisory Hub (EPAH) published its first guidebook of the…
04.07.2022
Climate Alliance calls for veto of decision about nuclear power and fossil gas as sustainable investments
Climate Alliance has personally called on numerous MEPs from various political…
27.06.2022
Climate Alliance project CEESEU honoured with Emerging Europe Award
The CEESEU project to promote sustainable energy in Central and Eastern Europe…
09.06.2022
EU City Facility: 4th call for applications is open
As of today, municipalities across Europe can apply to the European City…
06.06.2022
President of Climate Alliance Hungary receives award for outstanding work
On 3 June, Csaba Lajtmann, President of Climate Alliance Hungary and Programme…
01.06.2022
The future is now: 10th Climate Star competition launched
Today marks the launch of the 10th Climate Star edition. With the motto The…
30.05.2022
Climate Alliance supports European campaign for more local staff in municipal climate action
Today, the Europe-wide campaign "More Municipal Staff for the Climate" was…
20.05.2022
Call for cities: Cities Energy Saving Sprint to reduce energy use
On 19 May the Cities Energy Saving Sprint was launched. The initiative that…
12.05.2022
Just 20 days left to apply for tailored support on adaptation activities
Cities and regions in Mediterranean and Eastern European countries have until 31…
11.05.2022
Climate Alliance advocates municipal contribution to UNFCCC process before EU body
On 10 May Thomas Brose, Executive Director of Climate Alliance, spoke on behalf…
04.05.2022
Climate Alliance publishes review & outlook 2021/2022
The new Climate Alliance annual report is now available in its English version.…
Press release | 02.05.2022
City Cycling 2022 – Season kick-off in Greifswald, Germany
World's largest cycling campaign invites municipalities get on their bikes to…
28.04.2022
European Commission unveils Mission Cities: 15 Climate Alliance members among the 100 selected
On 28 April, the European Commission announced the 100 cities selected to…
06.04.2022
Closing the Green Deal Gap: Survey maps local and regional perspective
Municipalities from across Europe now have the opportunity to help shape the…
04.04.2022
Urban Governance Atlas: Call for policy instruments supporting nature-based solutions
Cities and towns can submit their local examples of nature-based policies and…
29.03.2022
Application deadline extended: Covenant of Mayors peer learning programme
Cities and towns have until 15 April 2022 to apply for the Covenant of Mayors…
14.03.2022
Climate Alliance highlights local demands at European climate conferences
From 7-8 March, two high-level climate conferences took place in Nantes (FR):…
11.03.2022
Region of Flanders (BE) pilots innovative financing solutions
Recently, three financing solutions for ambitious local climate objectives were…
09.03.2022
Registration for CITY CYCLING 2022 now open
Cities and towns can now register for this year’s edition of Climate Alliance’s…
02.03.2022
Deadline extension: Call for technical assistance to tackle energy poverty
Cities and towns across Europe now have two more weeks to apply for technical…
01.03.2022
IPCC releases report on impacts, adaptation and vulnerability
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has released its latest…
10.02.2022
Energy Communities: New guidance for municipalities available
In their pursuit of increasing the renewable energy share locally, many…
09.02.2022
Climate Alliance mourns former Executive Director of Climate Alliance Austria
Less than a year after Oliver Testor took over the management of Climate…
01.02.2022
Call for technical assistance to tackle energy poverty launched
As of today, the EU Energy Poverty Advisory Hub (EPAH) is giving cities and…
26.01.2022
New report on just transition and adaptation to climate change available
A new report on just resilience in Europe is out now. The paper provides an…
24.01.2022
Mentoring programme for deep energy retrofits open now
A new mentoring programme aims to share knowledge and skills regarding the…
14.12.2021
Multi-level renovation impact framework for municipalities available
With the "BUILD UPON² FRAMEWORK", there is now a reference framework that…
13.12.2021
Climate Alliance supported Change the Future Challenge in Belarus
For the first time, two Belarusian cities - Karma and Smarhon - have held a…
10.12.2021
How mobility behaviour can be changed – manual for municipalities available
A new handbook reveals how to implement behaviour change measures for citizens…
06.12.2021
EU Commission’s Cities Forum: Call for hosting city now open
The CITIES FORUM is a biennial major event of the European Commission that…
03.12.2021
Database and report on local actions to fight energy poverty now available
The newly launched online EPAH ATLAS and the report "Tackling energy poverty…
02.12.2021
Climate Alliance mourns the death of long-time colleague Johann Kandler
Johann “Hans” Kandler, a valued colleague of Climate Alliance Austria and…
Press release | 29.11.2021
Over 800,000 cycle worldwide for a better climate
Berlin's Transport Senator Regine Günther recognises the winning municipalities…
26.11.2021
Nature-based solutions in urban space: Cities can apply for Connecting Nature Roadshow
The Connecting Nature Roadshow is a mobile exhibition for city centres. It…
25.11.2021
EU Commission launches Call for Mission Cities
The EU Commission officially launched its Mission Cities call on 25 November…
09.11.2021
Cities mission guidance now out: Municipalities encouraged to register interest
The European Union has now issued a comprehensive informational kit to help…
Press release | 08.11.2021
UN Climate Secretariat recognises children’s dedication to act on climate
More than 350,000 children set example with the Climate Alliance Green…
03.11.2021
Bolivian authorities prevent COICA representative’s participation at Climate Summit
Indigenous Bolivian leader Adolfo Chávez was detained at Viru Viru international…
19.10.2021
New in Climate Alliance: Highly effective campaign for energy-efficient building refurbishment
The new campaign of Climate Alliance and cooperation partner fesa e.V., the…
15.10.2021
Survey results reveal municipal needs on the topic of buildings & retrofits
Municipalities are in need for energy consulting, professional development and…
12.10.2021
Franco-German climate action partnership: citizens identify urban heat and cool islands
At the beginning of October, a delegation from Climate Alliance member Worms…
06.10.2021
European City Facility to open its 3rd call for applications
The European City Facility (EUCF), an initiative that supports cities and…
13.09.2021
Climate Alliance project is REGIOSTARS Award finalist
The EU-funded project Renewable Energy Regions (RegEnergy) is a finalist in the…
Press release | 09.09.2021
Europe's largest city network backs more ambitious climate action
Climate Alliance members adopt visionary charter
03.09.2021
First Italian diocese becomes a member of Climate Alliance
In the Pastoral Centre of Bolzano, on 31 August, Bishop Ivo Muser signed the…
20.08.2021
Covenant of Mayors extends "City in the Spotlight Award" deadline to 3 September
Municipalties now have an extra two weeks to sumbit their applications for this…
09.08.2021
International Indigenous Peoples Day: Rainforest still stores CO2 in indigenous territories
A new study shows that the Amazon rainforest is losing its function as a carbon…
05.08.2021
CITY CYCLING 2021 sets new records
This year's edition of the world's largest cycling campaign has just reached…
30.07.2021
Survey maps energy poverty projects and measures across the globe
The EU Energy Poverty Advisory Hub (EPAH) is currently aiming to develop a…
08.07.2021
Convent of Mayors Awards “City in the Spotlight” launched
The call for applications for this year’s Covenant of Mayors Awards is…
10.06.2021
Higher ambitions for Renewable Energy Directive – Climate Alliance co-signs open letter
Together with nine other stakeholders and city networks, Climate Alliance now…
09.06.2021
Climate Alliance campaign sets new record: 2,000 municipalities registered for CITY CYCLING 2021
The world’s largest cycling campaign has reached a new milestone. 2,000…
08.06.2021
Calculator for economic feasibility of renewable energy investments available
When consumers wish to take an active part in the production of renewable…
11.05.2021
Climate Alliance annual report now available online
Climate Alliance has now published the annual report and outlook for 2020/2021.…
Press release | 29.04.2021
World's largest cycling campaign enters the next round
City Cycling kicks off with more municipalities than ever before – for the first…
26.04.2021
European Mayors step up climate ambition with new Covenant of Mayors commitments
On April 21, Covenant of Mayors – Europe officially launched a set of new…
Press release | 22.04.2021
Climate Alliance honours local climate action projects from across Europe
16 municipalities receive Climate Star Award
16.04.2021
Energy vulnerability counselling services – municipalities can share their views with new survey
A new survey captures the needs and experience of municipalities regarding…
16.04.2021
German Parliament ratifies ILO Convention on the Protection of Indigenous Peoples
On 15 April, the German Bundestag finally ratified the International Labour…
15.04.2021
Indigenous peoples of the Amazon basin declare state of emergency for human rights
Yesterday, Climate Alliance’s partner organisation COICA, umbrella organisation…
14.04.2021
Optimal use of photovoltaic systems – new calculator tool now available
The new tool, the Optimal Sizing Calculator, finds the optimal size of a…
07.04.2021
Climate Alliance emphasises fundamental role of local level in recovery efforts
30 April is the date to keep well in mind: being the deadline for submission of…
31.03.2021
Deadline extended: Photo and video competition on the future of Alpine mobility
Citizens from the Alpine region are called upon to share their visions of…
29.03.2021
European City Facility kicks off second call with increased resources
As of today, the European City Facility (EUCF) launches its second call for…
26.03.2021
UN report confirms: indigenous peoples are key in fighting climate crisis
A newly published report from the UN now states that indigenous peoples are the…
24.03.2021
Climate Alliance Luxembourg calls for a stop of the EU-Mercosur Agreement
Climate Alliance Luxembourg, together with committed Luxembourg municipalities,…
23.03.2021
First report on energy poverty in the private rented sector in Europe published
Energy poverty is increasing in the European private rented sector. This states…
08.03.2021
Indigenous leaders murdered in Peru
Once again, two indigenous activists have been murdered in the Amazon region.…
01.03.2021
Local examples wanted – UN Global Climate Action Award launched
The United Nation is inviting cities, organisations, schools and others to…
25.02.2021
Local commitment for more ambitious climate action – Climate Alliance signs Paris Declaration
Climate Alliance has now signed the 2020 Paris Declaration in support of…
17.02.2021
Climate Witnesses go online – Exhibition now available digitally!
As of now, an updated version of the popular Climate Alliance exhibition „We are…
15.01.2021
Autarky Rate Tool for electrical storage solutions now available
Measuring the degree of self-sufficiency with just a few clicks and evaluating…
Press release | 09.12.2020
Cycling during the Corona crisis more popular than ever
World's largest cycling campaign City Cycling closes year with record results
07.12.2020
Pilot municipalities wanted: Climate Alliance develops Carbon Pricing Model
As of now, Climate Alliance calls for municipalities, who are interested in…
04.12.2020
New feature: Climate Alliance Tool enables direct communicate with citizens
The Change the Future Tool has been given a new update: as of now,…
27.11.2020
Future of the Covenant of Mayors in Europe: survey results published
Higher ambitions, broader commitments and Climate Emergency – those are key…
26.11.2020
Climate Alliance supports fight against energy poverty in private rented sector
Via a new EU project, Climate Alliance is addressing a central issue of the…
18.11.2020
Green public procurement – survey maps needs of local authorities
Local authorities can now make their voice heard with this survey on green…
28.10.2020
Humankind's influence – photo gallery online available now
Photographer Tom Hegen now shows in a virtual exhibition, how human beings shape…
16.10.2020
New roadmap – EU published Renovation Wave Strategy
With this week’s publication of the “Renovation Wave Strategy”, the European…
15.10.2020
New EEA report highlights the need for European cities to step up adaptation to climate change impacts
Yesterday, the European Environment Agency (EEA) published a report stressing…
13.10.2020
Climate Alliance welcomes two new board members
On 8 October, the Climate Alliance General Assembly unanimously elected Harol…
Press release | 09.10.2020
Climate Alliance resolution against EU-Mercosur trade agreement
Cities and towns reject free trade agreement
31.08.2020
Competition launched: ideas for the Franco-German Energy Transition Week 2021 wanted
As of today, local actors from Germany and France can submit their ideas for…
24.08.2020
Climate Alliance mourns the death of board member Robinson López Descanse
Robinson López Descanse, Climate Alliance Vice-President and Coordinator for…
19.08.2020
Indigenous community marks preliminary success in the fight against Corona
The indigenous community of São Gabriel da Cachoeira, Brazil, is seeing some…
18.08.2020
Climate emergency in municipalities – German climate impact assessment tool available for download
An Excel-based tool for the determination of the climate impact of municipal…
14.08.2020
City tours into the future – Manual for Transition Tours available
As of now, a manual for municipalities on the implementation of Transition…
09.08.2020
Member donations make direct aid in the Amazon Basin possible
9 August is the International Indigenous Peoples‘ Day and an opportunity to…
03.08.2020
European cities compete for European Green Capital & European Green Leaf Award
Cities from all across Europe still have the chance to enter the European Green…
31.07.2020
CITY CYCLING 2020 enjoys continued success with more municipalities than ever before
It's halftime for the world’s largest cycling campaign. Since 1 May, citizens…
30.07.2020
Platform for climate change dialogue between Chinese and European cities – new features available
The EC-Link platform promotes the exchange of Chinese and European cities in…
28.07.2020
Climate Alliance weighs in on EU Renovation Wave
This July, Climate Alliance issued its second response to the European…
22.07.2020
Climate Alliance joins coalition to stop Mercosur
Climate Alliance has added its voice to that of some 60 organisations throughout…
03.07.2020
Memorandum secures future of EU Islands Initiative
Last week, the European Commission and numerous Energy Ministers of Europe’s…
30.06.2020
POWER project honoured with Water Innovation Europe 2020 Award
The POWER project was recognised in the category of Water Governance at last…
17.06.2020
Climate Alliance promotes transboundary municipal climate partnerships
Climate Alliance extends its support to non-EU municipalities in the global…
15.06.2020
Climate Alliance established alliance to strengthen the regional value chain of wood
Together with eleven partners from five Alpine regions, Climate Alliance has…
10.06.2020
Covenant of Mayors launches survey on future of initiative
In these challenging times, the Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy wants…
08.06.2020
Climate Alliance Switzerland further strengthens local climate action
Climate Alliance Switzerland launched the Climate and Energy Charter of the…
04.06.2020
Kids on the move again – this year with extended working materials!
Climate Alliance’s Green Footprint campaign will take place again this year.…
27.05.2020
#WeAreChange – 9th Climate Star competition launched
Climate Alliance has just launched the 9th Climate Star competition in search…
26.05.2020
European City Facility announces first call for applications
Municipalities can now submit their applications to the European City Facility…
25.05.2020
Climate Alliance annual report now out
The Climate Alliance annual report is now available online! To mark Climate…
07.05.2020
Amazon Emergency Fund supports indigenous peoples in the fight against Corona
5 May 2020 marks the launch of the Amazon Emergency Fund that will now channel…
06.05.2020
Covenant of Mayors Board urges green COVID-19 recovery
The European Covenant of Mayors board issued an open letter on 5 May calling on…
Press release | 29.04.2020
Climate Action in Lieu of Corona Blues – City Cycling Campaign Kicks Off
World’s largest cycling campaign offers a piece of normality in times of crisis
27.04.2020
Climate Alliance highlights role of municipalities in energy transition
Climate Alliance has called for improved EU financing for energy transition…
Press release | 21.04.2020
State of emergency in Amazonia: COVID-19 threatens indigenous lives
Climate Alliance calls for support of indigenous peoples
15.04.2020
CITYCYCLING 2020 open for registration
Municipalities can now register for CITYCYCLING 2020. New this year:…
14.04.2020
e-Mobility: Interested Climate Alliance members wanted
Climate Alliance is currently developing expertise in the area of e-mobility in…
09.04.2020
First call for applications – European City Facility set to start
The dates for the first European City Facility (EUCF) call has now been…
08.04.2020
Indigenous community celebrates success in the fight for their rights
The Peruvian community of Santa Clara de Uchunya has finally received its land…
07.04.2020
Resources on climate change adaptation and energy poverty now available
A webinar series on climate change adaptation and brochure on energy poverty are…
17.03.2020
Climate Alliance operations during Corona crisis
Like many other organisations, the Climate Alliance European Secretariat is…
28.02.2020
Regional wood utilisation – winner videos have been decided
Regional wood utilisation has been the topic of the CaSCo Video Award. For six…
20.02.2020
Climate Alliance helps launch European City Facility
A new resource has been unveiled to support municipal actors in developing…
29.01.2020
The benefits of regional wood utilisation
That's a pretty good picture: Climate Alliance has received a total of 10…
21.01.2020
Using cooperatives for local energy system transformation
Cooperatives contribute to increasing public acceptance of renewable energies…
19.12.2019
Covenant of Mayors 2020 Awards
Win a trip to the 2020 Ceremony in the European Parliament in Brussels!
17.12.2019
COP25 in Madrid and now?
Seldom have observers been so united in their assessment of the results of a UN…
12.12.2019
Call for country experts & national networks of local authorities
For the new European City Facility (EUCF), set up under the European Union’s…
Press release | 07.12.2019
UN Climate Secretariat recognises children’s action on climate
Over 80 times around the world in a climate-friendly way with Climate Alliance’s…
04.12.2019
COP25: indigenous rights, deforestation and fires in the Amazon
With COP25 kicking off in Madrid, Climate Alliance opened the floor for debate…
04.12.2019
Cities sign ‘Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment’ – A strong climate action declaration
The energetic refurbishment of buildings is one of the most important climate…
02.12.2019
Province of Barcelona published handbook on renaturing of cities
The relationship between nature and the city has been a recurring theme in…
29.11.2019
European Parliament declares climate emergency
On 28 November, four days before the start of the UN Climate Change Conference…
28.11.2019
Which Project Development Assistance facility should you apply for?
Guidebook lessons learnt from the Covenant of Mayors Community
26.11.2019
Job offer: Project Manager for Innovative Financing, Buildings and EU Policy
We are looking for a project manager for innovative financing, energy efficient…
25.11.2019
ChangeNOW Summit in Paris
Apply to be part of the Covenant of Mayors Delegation!
20.11.2019
Six EU islands publish clean energy transition agendas, putting citizens first
Six European islands have published their clean energy transition agendas,…
14.11.2019
Islands Transition Handbook – How to develop your island’s clean energy agenda
The Clean Energy for EU Islands Secretariat has published the Islands…
13.11.2019
OECD study shows unexploited potential in Germany’s public procurement
The German public procurement law reform that came into force in 2016 enables a…
11.11.2019
Incentives to change mobility behaviour: Results of the SaMBA project
Latest results of the SaMBA project show the impact pricing policies, free…
08.11.2019
POWER Awards for sustainable water innovation presented
One of the highlights of the POWER conference in Brussels was the Award…
05.11.2019
Three Climate Alliance members in Italy among the top ten environmental cities
Bolzano, Pesaro and Ferrara occupy the 3rd, 6th and 10th place in the ranking…
01.11.2019
Use the POWER community platform for citizen participation
Your municipal administration would like to intensify the exchange with citizens…
17.10.2019
CaSCo Video Award
My local wood: material with the feel-good factor
10.10.2019
Climate Active Neighbourhoods takes EU Regiostars award for climate resilience
A Climate Alliance led project on bottom-up strategies to reduce energy use in…
Press release | 27.09.2019
88 cities denounce human rights and environmental abuses in Amazonia
Climate Alliance members call for solidarity with indigenous peoples in midst of…
24.09.2019
EU Parliament: Forest protection to be discussed again
Since the fires in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil at the latest, forest…
23.09.2019
Design of new “European City Facility” begins
Just prior to last weeks’ climate strikes, a consortium led by city networks in…
11.09.2019
COICA invites Greta Thunberg to a visit into the rainforest
During an event in New York on 9 September 2019 the Vice Coordinator of COICA…
23.08.2019
Feedback to the winners of the POWER Idea Contest for Sustainable Communities
More than 140 entries were submitted for the Idea Competition for Sustainable…
22.08.2019
Survey on the Copernicus Climate Change Service
The Climate Adaptation Partnership under the Urban Agenda has developed a…
19.08.2019
New platform for European-Chinese exchange on sustainable urbanisation
Sustainable urban development is not only an issue for Europe, but also for…
Press release | 07.08.2019
Indigenous leaders link rights violations with Amazon deforestation
Videos published ahead of Indigenous Peoples Day decry murders of indigenous…
05.08.2019
Experts for the European Green Capital und Green Leaf Panel wanted
Would you like to be part of the European Green Capital and European Green Leaf…
12.07.2019
New brochure on adaptation to climate change in the Alps published
The brochure “Adaptation to Climate Change: Good Participation Practice in the…
10.07.2019
What remains of the Climate Neighbourhoods and the Youth Climate Summit?
Hundreds of people - men and women, adults and young people, experts from local…
09.07.2019
Climate Active Neighbourhoods project among the Regiostar Award finalists
The Climate Active Neighbourhoods initiative on neighbourhood-based approaches…
03.07.2019
Survey on the Covenant of Mayors – Development post 2020
For an opinion on the future of the Covenant of Mayors post 2020 the Committee…
26.06.2019
Climate Alliance President Wolter on ICCA2019 and Climate Neighbourhoods
In May 2019, Andreas Wolter, Climate Alliance President and Mayor of Cologne,…
Press release | 19.06.2019
European project on renewables and energy storage launched
Historical city centres in Austria, Croatia, Italy and Slovenia to benefit
19.06.2019
Over 340 civil society organisations call on EU to halt trade negotiations with Brazil
On 17 June more than 340 civil society organisations appealing to the EU to put…
18.06.2019
Video statement series launched: Indigenous partners demand ILO169 ratification
Last week Climate Alliance published a video message from Gregorio Mirabal,…
11.06.2019
Registration now open for the 28th Climate Alliance International Conference
Registration for Climate.Cities.Communities. is now open. The 28th Climate…
29.05.2019
Cities and towns are declaring a climate emergency worldwide
Join Climate Alliance members Oxford, Constance, Basel and Kiel as well as the…
23.05.2019
Boosting low carbon building renovation across Europe
Today Climate Alliance joins World Green Building Council’s European network in…
Press release | 23.05.2019
International meeting identifies key to successful climate action
Joint press release of ifeu Institute for energy and environmental research…
22.05.2019
Climate Alliance Annual Report now available
Climate Alliance has just released its Annual Report and Outlook 2018/2019. The…
Press release | 07.05.2019
Climate Action Call issued as cities worldwide declare climate emergency
Climate Alliance joins coalition urging European leaders to take decisive action…
15.04.2019
Climate Alliance and European Committee of the Regions strengthen collaboration
Climate Alliance and the EU's Committee of the Regions (CoR) agreed on a new…
12.04.2019
Endorsment of the Forest Pledge directed at the European Parliament
Climate Alliance supports the call to future Members of the European Parliament…
11.04.2019
Empowering Neighbourhoods for Climate Action
Climate Alliance has released its new Practice Cube tool during the Empowering…
Press release | 10.04.2019
Children across Europe collect Green Footprints
Climate Alliance’s Zoom campaign running again in 2019
Press release | 04.04.2019
Climate action stakeholders to meet: Programme release Climate Neighbourhoods
22 and 23 May 2019 in Heidelberg, Germany
25.03.2019
First fair on renewables for communities of the Amazon begins today
Climate Alliance is supporting indigenous communities understand the potential…
22.03.2019
Photovoltaic array inaugurated in Cologne's twin city of Yarinacocha
On 19 March, a delegation led by Climate Alliance President and Cologne Mayor…
21.03.2019
Education is vital to preserving our forests
On International Forest Day, Climate Alliance emphasises how local forest…
14.03.2019
Towns, cities and regions march with youth for the climate
The time for action is now
13.03.2019
Climate Alliance honours COICA’s 35th birthday with renewable energy fund
The Climate Alliance Secretariat is set to launch a new fund for renewable…
20.02.2019
Call provides cities with opportunity to fund partnerships – new deadline 4 March!
The International Urban Cooperation Programme has announced a deadline extension…
15.02.2019
Cycling in Dessau-Roßlau: A concept becomes reality
The goal is clear: The city of Dessau-Roßlau will become a bicycle city and…
25.01.2019
Don Camillo and Peppone in Hartberg
Unique energy saving competition between mayor and priest
24.01.2019
Guidance on adaptation for Covenant cities updated
The revised Urban Adaptation Support Tool (UAST), jointly developed by the…
17.01.2019
Call for Interest on selecting four pilot cities
Is the information system of your city good enough to reach all the citizens?
14.01.2019
What happened in 2018 for the Covenant of Mayors in Europe?
In a constantly evolving policy context, the Covenant of Mayors Community has…
11.01.2019
Eider José Perafan Ramirez has died
Eider José Perafan Ramirez, former member of the Executive Board of Climate…
11.12.2018
Climate Alliance events awarded as gender-balanced
Two side events of Climate Alliance at the UN Climate Change Conference on 7…
10.12.2018
Summary for Urban Policy Makers - What the IPCC 1.5 Degree Report means for Cities
A new publication that translates the key scientific findings and policy…
Press release | 07.12.2018
UN Climate Secretariat recognises children’s action on climate
150,318 youngsters prove most active group ever in history of Climate Alliance…
29.11.2018
Apply for the EUSEW Awards
How are you shaping Europe's energy future? Submit your application in one of…
26.11.2018
Climate Alliance members recognised as frontrunners
Recently published Covenant of Mayors communications materials are giving…
Press release | 20.11.2018
Regional timber award honours low-emissions procurement projects
15 municipalities and organisations in the alpine region recognised at the…
14.11.2018
Rhineland-Palatinate announces plans to join Climate Alliance
German federal state aims to become a member of Europe's largest municipal…
13.11.2018
60 million kilometres to promote cycling and quality of life
Winning City Cycling municipalities honoured in Kaiserlautern, Germany
Press release | 19.10.2018
Climate Star 2018 goes to 15 municipalities and regions
Climate Alliance awards outstanding climate action projects from seven European…
Press release | 16.10.2018
New contest supports sustainable municipal water concepts
POWER Idea competition now accepting applications – Closing date extended to 31…
10.10.2018
101 organisations call on EU Ministers to green the EU Budget
Today EU Ministers for European and Foreign Affairs received open letter…
Press release | 09.10.2018
Climate Alliance elects new leadership
Cologne Mayor Andreas Wolter becomes president of Europe’s largest city network…
Press release | 08.10.2018
Adoption of 1.5°C for many a matter of life or death
Climate Alliance comments on the findings of latest IPCC report
03.10.2018
Climate Alliance members reaffirm commitment ahead of 24th Climate Summit
Climate Alliance members across Europe have reasserted their pledge to cut…
18.09.2018
Indigenous lands store five times more carbon than previously thought
Indigenous peoples manage at least 17 percent of the carbon stored in some 70…
13.09.2018
By 2030: More electric cars on roads and less car emissions in Europe's air
CO2 emissions from new cars should be cut by 45 percent by 2030 and market…
11.09.2018
Application period for the Covenant of Mayors twinning programme extended
The Covenant of Mayors twinning programme offers cities, regions and provinces…
23.08.2018
Covenant Cities in the Spotlight: 1st call for applications!
Ten years after its launch, the Covenant of Mayors initiative is organising an…
Press release | 07.08.2018
Indigenous rights for the rainforest protection
International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples on 9 August 2018
24.07.2018
New video details benefits of pan-European exchange on energy issues
Climate Alliance has just released a short film illustrating the importance of…
11.07.2018
European Parliament calls for protection indigenous peoples' rights
On 3 July, the European Parliament adopted a resolution demanding the full…
05.07.2018
Climate Alliance job offers: Ten days left to apply
Three positions open at the Climate Alliance Brussels Office
29.06.2018
New COICA General Coordinator enters into strategic talks with Climate Alliance
On 22 June, COICA, the Indigenous umbrella organization for the Amazon region,…
28.06.2018
Apply now for the Covenant of Mayors twinning programme
The Covenant of Mayors twinning programme offers cities, regions and provinces…
20.06.2018
Climate Alliance front and centre at the 4th Amazonian Summit in Brazil
On 19 June, Climate Alliance board member Ronald van Meygaarden addressed over…
19.06.2018
Climate Alliance in dialogue with indigenous peoples on the value of renewable energies
On 18 June, representatives of Climate Alliance coordinated a workshop promoting…
15.06.2018
New video raises awareness of the importance of energy retrofits
Climate Alliance has just released a short film detailing the efforts of the…
14.06.2018
Climate Alliance Board member Julie Laernoes speaks at EU for Talanoa
Yesterday's high-level EU for Talanoa event opened with board member Julie…
13.06.2018
Job offer: Climate Alliance seeks project and administrative assistant
Climate Alliance wants to strengthen its team: Application deadline 15 July 2018
12.06.2018
Job offer: Climate Alliance seeks two project officers for climate and energy
Climate Alliance wants to strengthen its team: Application deadline 15 July 2018
07.06.2018
ChangeNOW Summit in Paris – Apply today and be part of the European Covenant of Mayors Delegation!
The ChangeNOW summit, taking place on 28 and 29 September in Paris, is the…
06.06.2018
Local climate action talk submissions now possible
Climate Alliance members have until 15 June to apply for a climate action talk…
05.06.2018
Climate Alliance well-presented amongst EU Sustainable Energy Award winners
A high-level jury has decided: both the bioenergy park project of the Climate…
31.05.2018
Climate Alliance Annual Report now available
Climate Alliance has just released its Annual Report and Outlook 2017/2018. The…
25.05.2018
Climate Alliance project Peace_Alps in the running for the EU Sustainable Energy Award
Peace_Alps, an initiative through which Climate Alliance working with partners…
23.05.2018
Climate Alliance in dialogue with California Governor Jerry Brown
Coordinator of Climate Alliance Italy Karl-Ludwig Schibel met with California…
18.05.2018
Registration now open for the Climate Alliance International Conference and General Assembly!
Municipal delegates as well as members of civil society may now reserve their…
17.05.2018
Climate Alliance mourns former board member and friend Camille Gira
Camille Gira, Luxembourg State Secretary for Sustainable Development and…
03.05.2018
ZOOM - Kids on the Move
Tens of thousands of children have already registered, and many more will follow…
23.04.2018
Climate Alliance dives into climate process at first EU Dialogue for Climate Action
On 23 April, Climate Alliance President Tine Heyse and Working Group on…
11.04.2018
Next EU budget must support climate action and sustainable development
A group of 31 civil society organisations, associations and think tanks urged…
03.04.2018
Less than 210 days remain for cities to give input to 24th Climate Summit
Local authorities have until 29 October to provide feedback for this year’s UN…
Press release | 20.03.2018
Nature-based solutions key to combatting local water challenges
Cities and researchers come out in support of sustainable approaches to water…
07.03.2018
New study highlights the potential of wastewater as a valuable resource
The results of a recent study on waste water in the Netherlands demonstrate that…
Press release | 28.02.2018
Luxembourg takes exemplary step to protect indigenous peoples
Climate Alliance welcomes Luxembourg's ratification of International Labour…
22.02.2018
Climate Alliance members meet on eve of Covenant of Mayors cemerony
On 19 February 2018, members and partner organisations of the Climate Alliance…
19.02.2018
New dashboard shows energy consumption in public buildings
A new data analysis platform is providing a real-time overview of current…
12.02.2018
Two calls provide cities with opportunity to fund partnerships – deadline 8 March & 12 April!
The International Urban Cooperation Programme has announced the launch of its…
08.02.2018
Job offer: Officer – Global Covenant of Mayors
Climate Alliance wants to strengthen its Global Covenant team – Application…
01.02.2018
New manual offers guidance for the renovation of public buildings
A new publication supports local authorities to find financing for the…
30.01.2018
Increasing bioenergy use endangers forests
The proposed recast of the EU’s renewable energies directive stands to damage…
29.01.2018
New publication offers insight on the ability of cities to cope with water challenges
The KWR Watercycle Research Institute has just published a paper addressing the…
22.01.2018
Video shows how municipalities can implement climate concepts efficiently
The short film “How to implement energy action plans” explains step by step how…
19.01.2018
Apply for an EU Sustainable Energy Award
The EU Sustainable Energy Awards recognise outstanding innovation in energy…
18.01.2018
Parliament supports strengthening of energy efficiency targets
On 17 January, the European Parliament overwhelmingly adopted a binding 35%…
09.01.2018
Covenant of Mayors celebrates 10th anniversary: Event registration now open
Municipal representatives have until 12 February to secure their place at the…
08.01.2018
MOVING OFFICES: RESTRICTED REACHABILITY ON 10 & 11 JANUARY!
The Climate Alliance European Secretariat Headquarters in Frankfurt is moving
19.12.2017
Climate Alliance calls for locally-driven energy efficiency financing
On 4 December, Climate Alliance released a set of five policy recommendations…
15.12.2017
New database facilitates divestment from coal
The environmental organisation Urgewald has recorded more than 770 coal…
12.12.2017
New twinning programme within the Covenant of Mayors
The new Covenant Twinning program launched this year is inviting municipalities…
08.12.2017
Parliament lead committee supports ambitious energy efficiency targets
Climate Alliance welcomes the decision of the European Parliament's Committee on…
29.11.2017
Climate Alliance review of the 23rd Climate Summit in Bonn now online
Climate Alliance’s perspectives on the year’s most important climate conference…
Press release | 23.11.2017
The energy under our feet: Video makes geothermal energy accessible
Short film by EU-funded Greta project wins award for best communication of a…
22.11.2017
Four Italian local authorities adopt Climate Alliance Resolution
The South Tyrolean market municipality of Campo Tures, the cities of Merano and…
21.11.2017
Near-surface geothermal energy presents important chance
Few communities in the Alpine region make sufficient use of near-surface…
20.11.2017
Interview on energy management in the municipal building administration
Alexander Nordhus is responsible for the energy efficiency management in the…
Press release | 16.11.2017
UN Climate Secretariat Head Espinosa recognises children’s action on climate
A record-breaking 205,577 youngsters take part in the 15th year of the Climate…
25.10.2017
Austrian Climate Alliance members now also part of new national association
After 27 years, Climate Alliance Austria will become an association of its own.…
17.10.2017
Indigenous leaders embark on bus tour across Europe to save their forests
The Guardians of the Forest delegation will make its first stop in the Climate…
Press release | 12.10.2017
From Frankfurt’s “Nordend” to the “Spijkerkwartier” in Arnhem across Europe: Climate Protection starts in the Neighbourhood!
On 5 and 6 October, representatives of local authorities as well as non-profit…
Press release | 10.10.2017
New Digital Social Platform for water related issues is online!
Do you want to improve the water management in your local authority? If the…
04.10.2017
2019 European Green Leaf
The European Green Leaf is the EU-wide competition for smaller cities and towns.…
04.10.2017
2020 European Green Capital Award
Does your city have what it takes to be a European Green Capital Award winner?…
Press release | 26.09.2017
Municipal pathways for the transformation to more climate action and global justice
International Climate Alliance Conference ‒ From goals to action
Press release | 19.09.2017
New agreement gives local and regional governments stronger voice on climate and energy
Brussels/Frankfurt, 19 September 2017. Climate Alliance today signed an action…
08.09.2017
Climate Star 2018 - Application period extended
For the eighth time, Climate Alliance is calling on all member cities,…
05.09.2017
Province of Ferrara develops €15million investment programme for energy efficiency
Climate Alliance member Province of Ferrara has become the second public…
04.09.2017
2017 International Climate Alliance Conference
20 – 22 September 2017 in Essen
Press release | 08.08.2017
Cologne agrees climate partnership with indigenous peoples in Peru
Climate Alliance city shows solidarity with communities in the Amazon Basin for…
19.07.2017
Climate Alliance’s work recognised - SEAP_Alps project finalist of the RegioStar Award!
The Alpine Space project SEAP_Alps has been selected as a finalist of the…
10.07.2017
Job offer: Climate and Energy Expert
Climate Alliance wants to strengthen its team: Application deadline 15 August…
06.07.2017
Participate in the Covenant of Mayors twinning programme – expenses paid!
The call for the twinning programme of the Covenant of Mayors for Climate and…
04.07.2017
Climate Alliance addresses EU Commission on food system links to climate change
On 28 June, Climate Alliance attracted the attention of decision makers from a…
26.06.2017
New chairs take helm of Working Group on Financing
On 20 June, the Climate Alliance Working Group on Financing met in Brussels to…
23.06.2017
EU Mayors and Commissioner Cañete commit to dialogue
On 20 June 2017, the European Covenant of Mayors Political Board met with EU…
Press release | 22.06.2017
Engagement of cities key to successful energy transition
Local government leaders urge MEPs to better integrate the local level
21.06.2017
Networks release joint statement on energy efficiency financing
Strengthening the role of the local level to accelerate the clean energy…
19.06.2017
Join Climate Alliance at the European Sustainable Energy Week in Brussels!
EU Sustainable Energy Week (EUSEW) is back for its 12th edition, from 19 to 25…
31.05.2017
Climate Alliance Board meets in Europe’s Green Capital
Essen is going international: The Climate Alliance Board will meet from 31 May…
Press release | 22.05.2017
The 2018 Climate Star competition – Diversity in local climate action
Climate Alliance seeks Europe’s best local climate action projects
16.05.2017
Open European Day features Climate Alliance’s work on Adaptation
Setting the focus on mainstreaming adaptation and changing working routines
Press release | 03.05.2017
Children across Europe show climate commitment for 15th year running
Climate Alliance celebrates the Zoom campaign’s 15 years of success with art…
21.04.2017
Peru: Palm oil plantations destroy rainforest
Study trip with the Mayor of Cologne
20.04.2017
Climate Alliance Lëtzebuerg: Study trip to Ecuador
In March, Climate Alliance Lëtzebuerg / ASTM organised a study trip to Ecuador.…
12.04.2017
Voice your capacity building needs in Covenant of Mayors survey
Climate Alliance’s strong involvement in the Covenant of Mayors initiative has…
11.04.2017
Funding for public procurement of energy efficiency solutions
Climate Alliance has long recognised public procurement as an integral part of…
03.04.2017
Partner with a Chinese city – deadline 10 April
EU International Urban Cooperation Programme
Press release | 30.03.2017
City Cycling – Cycling for a better climate
Climate Alliance invites municipalities and municipal parliaments to take part…
21.03.2017
Job offer: Communications Manager
Climate Alliance wants to strengthen its team: Application deadline 17 April
Press release | 16.03.2017
Cities put social network benefits to use in water management
A new idea of four cities on World Water Day on 22 March
10.03.2017
Peru: Mayor Wolter holds talks with indigenous people on palm oil
Tomorrow, Andreas Wolter, Mayor of the City of Cologne and Climate Alliance…
03.03.2017
Climate Alliance delegation heads to Ecuador
Today a Climate Alliance delegation began their 10 day journey to Ecuador. The…
28.02.2017
European Environment Agency issues new report on financing adaptation
Climate Alliance members Ghent and Hamburg in the spotlight
15.02.2017
EU Committee of the Regions adopts Climate Alliance adaptation messages
Last Thursday, the Committee of the Regions (CoR) plenary unanimously adopted an…
02.02.2017
Participatory financing gains boost via Citizenergy Project Award
Frankfurt, 2 February 2017. Participatory financing of sustainable energy…
31.01.2017
Wanted: Municipalities serious about reducing energy and water use
Join a savings initiative and save money in the process
Press release | 30.01.2017
The renewable energy source: Near surface geothermal energy - Available almost everywhere, but still little known
Frankfurt am Main, 30 January 2017. The Alpine region has abundant sources of…
Press release | 24.01.2017
Supporting municipal use of citizen-based financing key to energy transition
Position paper cites “catalysing role” of public authorities in realising…
23.01.2017
Climate Alliance city Hasselt closes EU Commission event on energy efficiency
Some 400 key stakeholders from cities, regions, industry and the financial…
03.01.2017
Passive House school yields convincing results
Climate Alliance member Halle (DE) inspires with energy efficient building
08.12.2016
Global damage caused by illegal timber trade
Frankfurt, 8 December 2016. The illegal logging and trafficking of wood causes…
06.12.2016
Call for greater involvement of cities and regions in EU adaptation policy
Committee of the Regions opinion drafted in cooperation with Climate Alliance…
30.11.2016
Newsletter eClimail: International Climate Alliance Conference and Climate Star Gala
Read the eClimail newsletter
21.11.2016
Implementing the Covenant of Mayors in Belgium and Benin
First joint north-south commitments taken by Climate Alliance member Zoersel and…
Press release | 14.11.2016
Europe’s children demand UN Climate Summit delegates be better role models
Green Footprints of 175,000 children presented to UN Climate Secretariat head…
09.11.2016
Climate Alliance at COP22 in Marrakech
Climate Alliance is, in this year as in years past, present at the UN Climate…
03.11.2016
Brazil’s first indigenous mayor elected to power
October 2016. The municipality of Marechal Thaumaturgo’s 15,000 inhabitants have…
03.11.2016
Climate Alliance members and the Committee of the Regions - In dialogue on adaptation
Working group on adaptation discusses EU adaptation strategy with key EU…
Press release | 10.10.2016
Best climate action projects in Europe awarded
15 Climate Stars given to cities and regions in 7 countries
Press release | 19.08.2016
The Mobile Green Living Room Roadshow – a feast for the senses
From Frankfurt to London to the banks of the Danube at the International Climate…
Press release | 09.08.2016
Indigenous People's Right to Education
International Day on the World's Indigenous Peoples on 9 August 2016 - Joint…
26.07.2016
Job vacancy at the Climate Alliance Brussels Office
Frankfurt/Brussels. -Application deadline extended- Climate Alliance is…
13.07.2016
Call for Climate Alliance Ambassadors at COP22
Join the Climate Alliance delegation at the UN Climate Change Conference in…
Press release | 06.07.2016
Release of the Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy Reporting Framework and Guidelines
Frankfurt/Brussels. The Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy was launched…
02.07.2016
New brochure on indigenous strategies for comprehensive forest protection
Frankfurt am Main. With "A critical look at REDD+ and indigenous strategies for…
Press release | 24.06.2016
Launch of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy
Frankfurt/Brussels, 24 June 2016. This week, a momentous merger was announced by…
Press release | 17.06.2016
Green Public procurement award
To mark the highlight of the four years project Green ProcA on green public…
15.06.2016
Climate Alliance Working Group meets the Urban Development Division of the European Investment Bank
Frankfurt/Brussels. The Climate Alliance members of the working group on…
Press release | 07.06.2016
New EU project POWER published best practices on water management for four cities
Fankfurt am Main. POWER, the EU funded initiative on political and social…
13.05.2016
Funding opportunities via the EU’s Horizon 2020 programme
Frankfurt am Main. Many Climate Alliance members who have substantial energy…
Press release | 28.04.2016
Six local and regional authorities networks issue statement on governance of the EU Energy Union
Cities and regions call on decision-makers to include subnational governments in…
22.04.2016
The process begins: Record number of countries to sign Paris Agreement this Friday
Frankfurt am Main. A recording breaking 155 countries are set to sign the Paris…
13.04.2016
New edition of handbook “Buying Green!” published
Frankfurt am Main. The European Commission published a fully revised version of…
Press release | 11.04.2016
Kids on the move for climate action: EU-wide campaign kicks off 2016 season in Bayreuth
ZOOM launches at primary school in Bad Berneck, Germany
