RESEARCH AND INNOVATION - European Commission awards the EU Mission Label to 39 new cities

Today, 39 cities participating in the EU Mission for Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities under Horizon Europe have been awarded the EU Mission Label. This recognition highlights their ambitious plans to reach climate neutrality by 2030 and is designed to help them unlock public and private funding to support this goal.

date: 07/05/2025

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See also: Climate-neutral and smart cities

Teresa Ribera, Executive Vice-President for a Clean, Just and Competitive Transition, said:

“Congratulations to the thirty-nine cities awarded the EU Mission Label today. You are leading the way toward climate neutrality and transforming ambition into delivery. By creating real demand for clean technologies, sustainable innovation, and green infrastructure, you are laying the foundations of Europe’s competitive, climate-neutral future. Your work inspires, drives market change, and puts people and communities at the heart of the transition."