ICLEI joins European Alliance of Cities and Regions for Reconstruction of Ukraine
This comes at the heels of ongoing efforts by ICLEI to support the recovery and resilient rebuilding of Ukrainian cities
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The blue pearl leading the way in turning green
In recent years, Chefchaouen has been at the forefront of sustainable urban development, both within Morocco and in the region.
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Foregrounding a human rights based approach
People-first means people first – not the project, nor the plan or the proposal.
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Condolences and support for Türkiye and Syria
ICLEI invites its Members and partners to pursue appropriate options to support the people of Türkiye and Syria.
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Indonesia finds value in manure
Sumbawa Regency citizens in Indonesia are discovering a more eco-friendly alternative to kerosene - cow dung.
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ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability
ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network of 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 low 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.
2500+
Cities towns & regions
25+
% 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.
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FEATURED CITY
Malmö, Sweden
The City of Malmö, a once successful industrial city that fell on hard times has since reinvented itself as a dynamic knowledge centre built on cultural diversity, youth and sustainable development. ICLEI Member since 1998, Malmö is the current host of the triennial ICLEI World Congress, with a focus on creating sustainable development with equity at the forefront.
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OUR MISSION
Building a sustainable urban world
The ICLEI Malmö Commitment and Strategic Vision 2021-2027 outlines our new vision for how the ICLEI network will advance sustainable urban development worldwide.
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