Inspiring Climate Action Through Communications: Insights from the 2024 Climate & Sustainability Communications Cohort
In the fight against climate change, effective communication is key to rallying support, driving action, and fostering resilience. For cities, towns, counties, regions, and tribal nations, sharpening their climate and sustainability messaging is not just a necessity—it’s a powerful tool for success. The 2024 Climate & Sustainability Communications Cohort, led by Anne Marie Cleary Rauker, […]
A Bigger Toolbox: Leveraging a Fuller Set of City Powers for Sustainable Development
On June 21, 2024, a compelling session titled “A Bigger Toolbox: Leveraging a Fuller Set of City Powers for Sustainable Development” was held at the ICLEI 2024 World Congress. This session provided a platform for sharing diverse global perspectives on overcoming legal and regulatory challenges to achieve sustainable development. Moderated by David Driskell, Principal at […]
Reflexionando sobre Ciudades en Movimiento: Un Año en Reseña
Celebrando más de un año desde el lanzamiento del programa Ciudades en Movimiento, estamos emocionados de resaltar los logros de las ciudades participantes. Esta iniciativa colaborativa — del Departamento de Estado de los Estados Unidos, tres oficinas regionales y nacionales de ICLEI-Gobiernos Locales para la Sostenibilidad, Catalizador de Ciudades Resilientes , y el Instituto de […]
Refletindo sobre Cidades à Frente: Retrospectiva
Em comemoração a mais de um ano desde o lançamento do programa Cidades à Frente, estamos animados em destacar as conquistas das cidades participantes. Essa iniciativa conjunta – que envolve o Departamento de Estado dos EUA, três escritórios regionais e nacionais do ICLEI – Governos Locais pela Sustentabilidade, Resilient Cities Catalyst e o Instituto das […]
Reflecting on Cities Forward: A Year in Review
Celebrating more than a year since the launch of the Cities Forward program, we’re excited to highlight the achievements of participating cities. This collaborative initiative — involving the U.S. Department of State, three regional and country offices of ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability, Resilient Cities Catalyst, and The Institute of the Americas — assists 12 Latin […]
Empowering Decisive Climate Action Through Data-Driven Approaches
Amidst the era of digital advancement, technology serves as a cornerstone for informed decision-making, when aligned to serve long-term sustainability goals. In the crucial endeavor to reach the 1.5°C target, embracing data-driven approaches becomes imperative for supporting decisive climate action. An ICLEI session brought attention to the intersection of technological innovation and environmental responsibility, highlighting […]
Ensuring Equitable Access to Nature in America’s Cities
Amidst the era of climate change impacts, the intricate link between biodiversity and community resilience takes center stage. At COP28, there is a profound understanding of the vital role nature plays in providing the necessities of life, including but not limited to clean water, clean air, and healthy foods. In a session hosted at America […]
How the Inflation Reduction Act is Supercharging Climate Action Across America
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) marks a historic leap in the United States’ response to the climate crisis, echoing the sentiment that “the climate crisis demands an all-of-society and all-of-government approach,” as emphasized by Ambassador Nina Hachigian, U.S. Special Representative for City and State Diplomacy. The IRA aims to propel the U.S. towards an 80% […]
Denver’s Local Stocktake Amplifies Community Voices for Global Impact
On November 2nd, 2023, the City of Denver hosted a local stocktake, bringing a mini-COP to the community to align with the Paris Agreement. The local stocktake goal is to ensure Denver’s voices are heard in the global Paris Agreement process and at COP28 — the 28th session of the United Nations’ annual “Conference of […]
Cinco Lições Chave do Lançamento do Programa Cidades à Frente
“Enquanto nos reunimos para dar início ao programa Cidades à Frente, com as 12 municipalidades latino-americanas e do Caribe e suas 12 contrapartes americanas, embarcamos em uma missão compartilhada: uma iniciativa que promove a sustentabilidade, a resiliência e a equidade em nossa luta incansável contra as mudanças climáticas.” Angie Fyfe, Directora Ejecutiva da ICLEI USA […]