Discover what will happen in 2021 and get an update on UIA cities reflections and experiences on innovation and mobility; European cities engaging in the right to housing and UIA city practices to capture and evaluate the results and impact of innovative interventions.
The URBACT Knowledge Hub brings together good practices from across the EU to make sure that learning is within everyone's reach. In this context they've developed a free online course targeted at anyone with an interest in procurement and changing the way it is undertaken in cities.
The Urban Innovative Actions (UIA) and the Urban Development Network (UDN) are organising three webinars on 03, 10 and 17 February 2021, which will showcase UIA achievements, promote their experience, explore synergies with the wider Cohesion Policy and draw perspectives for its renewal as part of the European Urban Initiative for the 2021-2027 period. Find out more and register!
These cities are making ingenious efforts to go green, be more innovative, and to make a difference to the lives of people who call them home and those who visit.
An initiative of the German Presidency of the Council of the EU, a New Leipzig Charter was adopted and stands as a key framework document for integrated sustainable urban development in Europe. It is accompanied by an Implementing document which intends to guide the next phase of the Urban Agenda for the EU according to renewed parameters.
Close to 500 participants from 40 countries joined the conferencce and listened to panel discussions with representatives from among others cities, regions, the EU Green Deal and the Leipzig charter and to together define the upcoming years priorities and challenges in urban transitions. Follow the link to find information about the conference, its presentations, the DUT partnership and its three pillars, and to contribute to the concept board!
The Urban Innovative Actions (UIA) and the Urban Development Network are joining forces to organise three webinars on 03, 10 and 17 February 2021. The webinars will showcase UIA achievements, promote the UIA experience and capitalisation efforts, explore synergies with the wider Cohesion Policy and draw perspectives for the its renewal as part of the European Urban Initiative for the 2021-2027 period.
Building on the success of the URBACT Transfer Network model, URBACT and Urban Innovative Actions (UIA) have developed a pilot transfer mechanism for completed UIA projects. The pilot will finance up to four networks whose aim will be to adapt the UIA innovations and develop an investment plan to fund their implementation. Apply by 1 February 2021!
In the aftermath of the recent attack in Conflans Sainte-Honorine, the city of Nice - coordinator of the UAEU Partnership on Security in Public Spaces - has taken the initiative to renew their Declaration on protection of public spaces. More information can be found in their press release.
The IUC-North America regional Cooperation includes 20 EU cities and 20 North American cities which are collaborating on topics such as sustainable urban mobility and circular economy through the formation of national partnerships. Read the report for further information!
The Partnership on Culture/Cultural Heritage published its final Action Plan! 11 Actions have been developed under the overall mission to improve the management of the historic built environment of European cities, promote Culture, and preserve the quality of urban landscapes and heritage.
This open call is an opportunity for cities to participate as implementation partners in a city-based open innovation competition, alongside a global pool of technologists, businesses and investors to develop, test and scale solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Professionals are invited to submit their best projects on efficient climate solutions in buildings, districts and infrastructures, with the aim of boosting their adoption and thus accelerate the ecological transition of the sector.
This UN Habitat report analyses the intrinsic value of cities in generating economic prosperity, mitigating environmental degradation, reducing social inequality and building stronger institutions, and explores the role of innovation and technology, local governments, targeted investments and the effective implementation of the New Urban Agenda in fostering the value of sustainable urbanisation.
The Renovation Wave Initiative is an essential instrument for Europe to become climate neutral by 2050. Europe’s cities fully support this ambition and are ready to work in partnership with the Commission and other stakeholders to make it a reality.
The webinars will take place on 3, 9, 13, 19 and 25 November 2020, and provide insights from policy makers and expert speakers on how to tackle the main challenges to designing and implementing sustainable urban development strategies as supported by Cohesion Policy.
On the same topic, this webinar series on ‘Six building blocks to sustainable urban development’ is also based on the Handbook of Sustainable Urban Development Strategies. The 6 sessions target Managing Authorities and Local Authorities of Sustainable Urban Development Strategies as well as other interested urban stakeholders, and will be held on the 3, 9, 13, 17, 19 and 25 November. More information coming soon!
