Data Jam at the Speedway: How Indianapolis is Building Momentum for Energy Benchmarking
When people think about data, they usually picture spreadsheets and conference rooms, not a world-famous racetrack. This spring, the Indianapolis Office of Sustainability changed that by hosting its Data Jams in unexpected locations, such as the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) and a local museum. These new locations weren’t just for show. They created a more […]
Local and State Elected Officials United in First-of-Its-Kind ‘Capital Cities Clean Energy Collaborative’
The need for local and state leadership in the energy transition has never been greater. That’s why ICLEI USA brought local leaders to Washington, D.C. to attend the 2025 Energy Security Summit, hosted by Elected Officials to Protect America. Energy Security: Global Risk, Local Opportunity Over two days of dialogue, local actors discussed renewable energy’s […]
Request for Proposals: Communications and Public Relations Services
Project Information ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) is seeking a communications and public relations firm to provide both proactive, positive brand-building support for the organization and our programs, as well as reactive communications support to address emergent communications needs. About ICLEI USA With 34 years in operation, ICLEI – Local Governments […]
Request for Quotes: Knowledge-Sharing Platform
Project Information ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) is partnering with the Coalition for Green Capital (CGC) to offer market-building funding and technical support to help communities — local governments, Tribes, and their partner not-for-profit organizations — to develop public-private partnership plans that can accelerate the deployment of capital to clean energy projects. Selected […]
Olympia, WA Sets the Stage for a Climate-Resilient Future
ICLEI USA partnered with the City of Olympia, WA, to lead a climate action planning workshop for City staff and community stakeholders. Olympia, a member of the ICLEI network since 1991, has been actively engaged in climate action over several decades, implementing a variety of policies and programs. The City’s prior work includes efforts to […]
ICLEI USA Agenda at COP29
Next week marks the start of COP29, the 29th session of the United Nations’ annual climate conference, held this year in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22. Known as the “Climate Finance COP,” this event focuses on advancing financial commitments for climate action. ICLEI USA will attend with a delegation of 10 U.S. mayors, […]
Our Commitment to Local Climate Action
Following the recent election, ICLEI USA stands firm in our commitment to local climate action. With over 500 members representing nearly 83 million residents, we are dedicated to supporting cities, counties, states, and Tribal nations in driving sustainable progress. With over 30 years as a member-based nonprofit, ICLEI has grown to represent small and large […]
Cities Strengthen Role in UN System at NYC Climate Week
Climate Week NYC brought together thousands of cities, businesses, the finance sector, youth, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to explore all-of-society solutions to the climate crisis. While the climate community held meetings across Manhattan, the United Nations strategized its approach to global issues at the Summit of the Future, focusing on global security and governance reform. […]
ICLEI USA and Climateview Launch a Strategic Partnership to Transform Climate Action for U.S. Subnational Governments
ICLEI USA and ClimateView announce a strategic partnership to accelerate climate action. Climate Week NYC, New York – September 24, 2024. Today, at Climate Week NYC, ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) and ClimateView have formalized their strategic partnership aimed at accelerating U.S. subnational governments’ transition towards a sustainable future. This collaboration […]
Building Resilience Through ICLEI USA’s 2024 Capacity-Building Cohorts
ICLEI USA is proud to announce the successful completion of two climate resilience capacity-building cohorts: the 2024 Climate Risk and Vulnerability Assessment (CRVA) Cohort and the Texas and Oklahoma Regional Resilience Cohort. The CRVA Cohort, which ran from March to August of 2024, brought together over 20 municipal staff from across the country to engage […]