EU Green Capital

The wait is over👏 today we announce the #EUGreenCapital 2026 finalists! 🌱🏙️ Congratulations to: 🇵🇹 Guimarães 🇩🇪 Heilbronn 🇦🇹 Klagenfurt on Lake Wörthersee Winners will be announced on 27 November at the Awards Ceremony in Valencia👏🌍 Stay tuned for more news 👀 🔗 https://bit.ly/3WeXWrk

#EUGreenCapital finalist Município de Guimarães 🇵🇹 is leading in Europe’s #CitiesHeatDetox 🔥 The city is addressing emissions from heating with an ambitious decarbonisation plan. By using electrified heat pumps and #renewable energy, the city aims to boost energy efficiency, improve resilience, and enhance quality of life. #Guimarães is on track to reach climate neutrality by 2030, setting an example for healthier, more sustainable urban living 🌱

Join the Cities Heat Detox Movement! 🌆🔥 Healthy heat in our cities translates to a healthier future for Europe. Fossil-fuelled heating is detrimental to our environment, health, and economy. With 72% of Europe’s buildings relying on these toxic sources, it’s time for a change. Cities can make a significant impact by phasing out gas heating and embracing clean, decarbonised solutions like district heating. This shift is essential for improving air quality, boosting the economy, and ensuring energy sovereignty. Learn more and join the campaign 👉 https://bit.ly/3YkawXn

Today we celebrate World #Cities Day! 🌍🌱🏙️ Urban areas are at the heart of today’s environmental challenges and local governments can lead the way in tackling these issues. That’s why the #EUGreenCapital and #EUGreenLeaf awards recognize cities driving the green transition. These cities are improving urban environments, tackling pollution, and building resilience to climate change to boost local pride, attract investment, and create a better quality of life for all. Curious to discover more? 👉 https://bit.ly/3JlBrcG #WorldCitiesDay #UrbanOctober

Tallinn - European Green Capital 2023 will participate in the upcoming World Urban Forum 12 Egypt! 🇪🇪 There will be an open discussion on local strategies for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals #SDG and share insights on #sustainable urban development. The workshop will explore how cities like Tallinn are driving change to close the action gap and create a greener future for all. 🗓️ 4-8 November 📍Cairo Find more info here 👉 https://bit.ly/3Ue1gSa

The #EUGreenCapital Network and Green City Accord workshop on data collection, management, and monitoring took place yesterday! 💻 Insights were given on tools and sources for data collection from Elsinore 🇩🇰(European Green Leaf 2024) and from Cieza (GreenMe5 city) 👏 Key ideas were shared on how to measure progress towards a sustainable urban future! 🌱

Mark your Calendars 🗓️ A bit less than one month left to the European Green Capital and Leaf Awards Ceremony 2026 🌱🏙️ The event will take place in 📍 #EUGreenCapital 2024 Ajuntament de València on Wednesday 27 November 2024, 17:36 (CET). Stay tuned for more info! 👀 👉 https://bit.ly/3NqeiZ5

2024 #EUGreenLeaf Velenje Champions Sustainability! 🌞 This summer, Velenje hosted green events and initiatives promoting #sustainability, including: 🔋The 5th Annual Political Dialogue on #energy transition 🎒The Green Backpack program which educates kids on stewardship 🥛Introduction of reusable cups, cutting waste by 60% 🌱Green advisors helping residents adopt sustainable habits Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/3Y5juX7 Mestna občina Velenje / Municipality of Velenje

Spotlight on 2026 #EUGreenLeaf finalist Município de Águeda 🇵🇹 Did you know that the city is committed to #sustainability with its ambitious ‘Climate Action Plan'? It aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2050 compared to 2005 levels. The ‘BeAgueda’ project enhances transport efficiency through a shared-use e-bicycle system, promoting eco-friendly mobility and healthy lifestyles 🚴♂️ Discover more 👉 https://bit.ly/3WeXWrk Discover the city's plan 🚴♂️ https://bit.ly/3YfK28e #smartmobility #CleanTransport

🌱Read the European Green Capital 2023 report🌱 The European Green Capital year sparked significant change, accelerating our journey toward becoming a more sustainable city. 🌿 Discover all the impactful initiatives, projects, and results in the full report below. 📊 Throughout the year, we initiated real transformations: 🍴 Introduced reusable cutlery at major public events. 🔄 Established circular economy hubs and repair workshops. 🌳 Our "Green Tracks" project brought new life to urban spaces, with pop-up parks, fruit tree plantings, and wildflower meadows. The year also encouraged greater citizen involvement: 🏙️ The Open City Hub and citizens’ assembly empowered people to shape the city's future. 🤝 The "Let’s Do It Together" Fund supported community-driven projects and events. 🐟 The "Save Our Sea" campaign brought together over 150 000 people across 10 countries. We’re continuing this momentum! Tallinn remains committed to partnering with domestic and international companies through Test in Tallinn, where innovative green technologies are piloted. 💡 The European Green Capital year achieved a lot, but the journey doesn’t stop here. There’s still work to do, and Tallinn is dedicated to becoming an even greener and more inclusive city for all. 🌍💚 Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/dhWramKR #Sustainability #GreenCity #CircularEconomy #Tallinn #GreenTechnology #InclusiveCity