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 – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network working with more than 2,500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development.
ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network working with more than 2,500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development.
ICLEI has released the official report from the event. This interactive report captures the key outcomes, discussions, and initiatives that emerged from this pivotal moment
MOREThe Summit of the Future (SoF) begins on 22 September at the headquarters of the United Nations in New York
MOREThe Pact serves as an actionable pathway to enable cities to generate the transformative change needed to set nature on the path to recovery
MOREAs cities work to develop and implement transformative climate projects, access to finance is critical. Project Preparation Facilities (PPFs) can help cities ensure their projects are structured to attract funding
MOREOver 1,500 urban leaders from 96 countries addressed critical issues on climate action and urban resilience, setting the stage for city and region significance at COP30 in Belém, Brazil in 2025
MOREThe 100% Renewables Cities and Regions Roadmap project has turned a global dream into reality, guiding cities and regions toward 100% renewable energy
MORE"The power of our network in a changing world," ICLEI's strategic vision for the next three years, sets a way towards the transformation to sustainable development
DOWNLOADICLEI – 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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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 networkAn ICLEI Member since 2002, Santiago de Cali, the capital of the Colombian Pacific, is set to host COP16 on Biodiversity, from 21 October to 2 November 2024. Situated in one of the most megadiverse regions globally, Cali is committed to fostering local solutions for global environmental challenges, ensuring a greener future for its residents and the planet. With the most sustainable neighborhoods in Latam, Cali is actively pursuing sustainable development through initiatives like the “Vision Cali 2036” plan, which emphasizes urban sustainability and the MIHabitat program, recognized with the 2024 Scroll of Honour Award from UN-Habitat, showcases the collaborative efforts of the Cali Mayor’s Office and local communities.
Learn moreThe ICLEI São Paulo Strategic Vision 2024 – 2030 outlines our new vision for how the ICLEI network will advance sustainable urban development worldwide.
Find out moreLooking for a shortcut to success? As an ICLEI Member, you get exclusive access to a space where you can learn from others’ experiences, challenges, and best practices. Imagine getting tailored updates on global events like COPs, and hearing first-hand accounts from peers who were there.
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