OUR IMPACT
How ICLEI is Working Across the Globe
Every year, ICLEI works on hundreds of activities with thousands of cities, towns and regions around the globe.
Search our activitiesICLEI Leaders COP29 Outcome Statement
ICLEI leaders welcomed the first climate finance agreement in 15 years, tripling the current investment. However, they emphasize that it still falls short of what's needed for global climate action and adaptation
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Urban sectors front and center in the third Ministerial Meeting on Urbanization and Climate Change at COP29
The third Ministerial Meeting on Urbanization and Climate Change underlined the vital role cities must play in addressing the climate crisis and accelerating sustainable urban development
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At COP29, ICLEI and EARTHDAY.ORG partner to launch the Earth Day Global Conversation
On 20 November, ICLEI and EARTHDAY.ORG announced a new partnership to engage mayors and city governments worldwide in public dialogues
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ICLEI Vice President announces new Climate Roadmap
Marjorie Kauffmann, State Secretary for Environment and Infrastructure, State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, announced the municipal climate impacts readiness assessment
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ICLEI announces Race to Resilience Culture to integrate culture, heritage into adaptation
Led by ICLEI USA and ICLEI Africa, the initiative is now open for enrollment to provide knowledge-building and tools for Culture and Heritage-Based Strategies for Resilience
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A new menu? Bringing stakeholders to the table for urban agrifood systems transformation
The first-of-its-kind event, Urban Agrifood Systems Global Workshop focused on fostering global collaboration to co-create a five-year roadmap for transforming urban agrifood systems
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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability
ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network working with more than 2500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. Active in 125+ countries, we influence sustainability policy and drive local action for zero emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient and circular development. Our Members and team of experts work together through peer exchange, partnerships and capacity building to create systemic change for urban sustainability.
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2500+
Cities towns & regions
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% Global urban population
125+
Countries worldwide
20+
% Global population
WHO WE ARE
Our Network in Numbers
Local and regional governments across the ICLEI network represent a diversity of cities, towns and regions. Collectively, they form a dynamic force advancing sustainable urban development worldwide.
Our network
FEATURED CITY
Niterói, Brazil
ICLEI Member since 2017, Niterói has been proactive in advancing sustainability initiatives, with Mayor Axel Grael co-chairing ICLEI’s Climate Action Support Portfolio. The city has implemented several sustainability programs, such as “Niterói on Bicycle” to promote cycling as a sustainable mode of transportation, and “Carbon Neutralization Program” to offset carbon emissions through various environmental projects. Additionally, Niterói has developed a Smart, Human, and Sustainable City Plan to guide its digital transformation in alignment with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. Participating actively in forums like the UN Conference of the Parties (COPs) and Daring Cities, Niterói is proving its commitment to creating a more sustainable and resilient urban environment.
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OUR MISSION
The Power of Our Network in a Changing World
The ICLEI São Paulo Strategic Vision 2024 – 2030 outlines our new vision for how the ICLEI network will advance sustainable urban development worldwide.
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