A German development agency, GTZ, a partner of ICLEI, has launched "Cycling-inclusive Policy Development: A Handbook". This new publication provides information on developing cycle-friendly policies, facilities and transportation systems. [more]
ICLEI Members unable to attend the World Congress can make their vote count in the Council Meeting by assigning a proxy to another Member using our online platform. [more]
Learn more about advanced biodiversity management and the latest research findings on sustainable cities during the Urban Nature and Research Symposium additional World Congress Events. [more]
During one week, in over 18 European countries, children carry out activities on sustainable mobility and climate change, focusing on the fun of movement and independent mobility. This is part of the ZOOM project by Climate Alliance, an associate partner of the Local Government Climate Roadmap. [more]
Make sure to register for ICLEI World Congress 2009 to benefit from the reduced price on hotel rooms and flights. Click on the calendar image to go to the online registration. Remember that three of more individuals from the same organization qualify for a lower registration fee by 200 Euro! [more]
Gino Van Begin, Regional Director of ICLEI European Secretariat answers several questions about the Climate Roadmap and explains how cities can unite to combat climate change and be a part of the negotiations at COP 15 in Copenhagen (Denmark), in December. [more]
The European project “SMART SPP – innovation through sustainable procurement” invites suppliers and manufacturers of highly energy efficient technologies to respond to a 'Prior Information Notice' (PIN) that is used to inform companies about planned future procurement actions. [more]
ICLEI is an association of over 1000 local governments from 67 countries who are committed to sustainable development. Founded in 1990 as the 'International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives' (I.C.L.E.I) its name was officially changed in 2003 to 'ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainabili... [more]
The First Brazilian Journey on Climate Change and Sustainable Consumption will be held from 18-20 May, 2009 in Brasilia, Brazil and will look the impact of climate change on Brazilian cities. [more]
Co-Event to ICLEI World Congress. International Forum on Local Governance & Biodiversity Conservation to exchange of ideas and experiences between practitioners in the management and conservation of urban nature. [more]
The Portuguese international climate Conference ‘Local Government Climate Roadmap - A Time for Mobilisation, Planning and Action’ is taking place in Almada, Portugal, on 28 - 29 May 2009. [more]
After three successful years, Local Action for Biodiversity will enter a new phase involving more cities in this ambitious and timely program. Read the latest newsletter about upcoming events, news from the cities and information on how to join. [more]
All communities with C02 reduction targets are invited to share their climate protection targets in the new Copenhagen World Climate Catalogue of City Commitments to Combat Climate Change. [more]