Daring cities and regions leading by example (II)

  This session shares exemplary cases of regional leaders who have not only declared a climate emergency, but are also rapidly advancing on 2030 targets towards climate neutrality by 2050, with innovative practices on integrating nature-based solutions and building on their experiences dealing with the COVID-19 emergency. The need, importance, and benefits of building partnerships… Read More

Daring local leadership for ambitious climate action

As part of Climate Emergency Leadership Day, in this session, local and regional governments undertaking ambitious climate action to tackle the climate emergency showcase their actions in brief pre-recorded statements. Statements showcase action that is either about to take place or is already underway, but not yet completed. Action should be already sufficiently financed, and… Read More

Accelerating action and advocacy on climate emergency (II)

We conclude the week with 2030 Visions Day. The first goal of the day’s program aims to wrap up achievements of the week-long activities. It also maps the journey for Cornerstone 2: Disseminate throughout Urban October and Cornerstone 3: Advocate at the UN Glasgow Climate Change Conference (COP26), as well as towards the UN Decade… Read More

Accelerating action and advocacy on climate emergency (I)

We conclude the week with 2030 Visions Day. The first goal of the day’s program aims to wrap up achievements of the week-long activities. It also maps the journey for Cornerstone 2: Disseminate throughout Urban October and Cornerstone 3: Advocate at the UN Glasgow Climate Change Conference (COP26), as well as towards the UN Decade… Read More

Climate emergency mobilization: The necessity to act now (II)

 As part of Climate Emergency Mobilization Day, this session discusses the difference between ongoing climate action and action in a state of climate emergency, as well as the critical dimension of urgency, the need to act now and the significant risks of inaction. Run of show Welcome & Introduction Keynote: The climate emergency –… Read More

Daring cities and regions leading by example (I)

  As part of Climate Emergency Mobilization Day, this session shares exemplary cases of local and regional leaders who have not only declared a climate emergency, but are also rapidly advancing in much needed action. Cases are selected to present a range of inspiring approaches and regional diversity. Run of show Welcome & Introduction Fireside… Read More

Climate emergency mobilization: The necessity to act now (I)

As part of Climate Emergency Mobilization Day, this session discussed the difference between ongoing climate action and action in a state of climate emergency, as well as the critical dimension of urgency, the need to act now and the significant risks of inaction. Run of show Welcome & Introduction Keynote: The climate emergency – The… Read More

Daring Cities Podcast, Episode 1: Orlando, USA

Welcome to the Daring Cities podcast, where we talk to urban leaders around the world who are taking radical climate action to prepare for, adapt to and tackle the climate emergency. In this episode, we visit Orlando, USA. This central Florida city is not just the home of Walt Disney World. It’s also a leader… Read More

Daring Cities Podcast, Episode 2: Turku, Finland

Welcome to the Daring Cities podcast, where we talk to urban leaders around the world who are taking radical climate action to prepare for, adapt to and tackle the climate emergency. In this episode we visit Turku, Finland. This city, dating back to the Viking era, will be carbon neutral by 2029. It has become… Read More

Daring Cities Podcast, Episode 3: Pittsburgh, USA

Welcome to the Daring Cities podcast, where we talk to urban leaders around the world who are taking radical climate action to prepare for, adapt to and tackle the climate emergency. In this episode, we visit Pittsburgh, USA. Despite ongoing challenges, the town that’s still known as “Steel City” has made extraordinary strides in forging… Read More