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June 14, 2018 7:45 AM
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When a German utilities contract expired, one man thought his neighbours could take over. Wolfhagen not only reclaimed its grid, it cut energy prices and inspired hundreds of other cities, writes Guardian columnist Aditya Chakrabortty
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April 12, 2018 6:19 AM
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The editors of Metropolitics seek submissions for a special series on progressive mayors and urban social movements. We are interested, among other issues, in:
- case studies on left-wing mayors and their administrations that are developing new ways to address obstacles and opportunities for reversing urban social inequities;
- how the devolution of American federalism has transformed US mayoral strength across recent administrations;
- whether or how urban social movements scale up to the national level;
- case studies on urban social and political movements that have mobilized with or against progressive mayors; and
the impact of right-wing nationalist movements on mayoral priorities and policies in the EU and beyond.
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April 11, 2018 10:41 AM
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Si le futur se construit aujourd’hui, alors il faut changer la donne, changer les comportements et les manières de consommer. Consommer durablement et localement fait partie des objectifs que la société française veut atteindre.
Le concept de villes autonomes émerge et devient de plus en plus une évidence pour les nouvelles constructions : chauffage, électricité, gaz…
Les territoires français veulent retrouver une indépendance énergétique et une consommation responsable pour leurs villes et les habitants.
Plusieurs parties du territoire français s’organisent pour accéder à des démarches 100% énergies renouvelables ! Introduits en 2015 dans la loi de transition énergétique, les territoires à énergie positive ont fait du chemin depuis.
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April 10, 2018 8:26 AM
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Sonar est conçu pour vous aider à diagnostiquer à quel stade votre collectivité se trouve, et répondre à des questions telles que : Quelles sont les formes d’innovation à votre disposition et comment les combiner en fonction de votre situation ? comment passer de l’innovation « au coup par coup » à une démarche de changement systémique et progressive ? Par quoi commencer, quelles sont les étapes, les pièges à éviter ? Comment aller plus loin, et transformer dès en amont votre façon de concevoir et mettre en oeuvre des politiques publiques ?
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March 26, 2018 5:27 AM
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Un collectif de maires, dont Anne Hidalgo (Paris) et Alain Juppé (Bordeaux), regrette dans une tribune au « Monde » que l’essentiel des leviers de la politique de l’énergie reste aux mains de l’Etat ou d’opérateurs nationaux en situation de monopole.
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February 26, 2018 5:42 AM
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Europe's cities are on the frontline of climate action and the drive to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. At the 10th anniversary celebrations of the EU's Covenant of Mayors, some of its 9,000+ members revealed what is being done to fight climate change.
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February 20, 2018 10:50 AM
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In its 10 year-existence, the European Covenant of Mayors has mobilised thousands of local governments to voluntarily implement and exceed EU climate and energy objectives. In order to further embed the initiative in EU policies, it has to become a key instrument for the future EU budget, write the local and regional leaders of the European Covenant of Mayors board.
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February 13, 2018 12:25 PM
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The president of KEDE, Georgios Patoulis, said that the Greek local and regional authorities intended to participate actively, by taking positions and making proposals, but also by establishing political alliances, in the project to build a new Europe. This is an agreement which aims to send out a clear message to institutional stakeholders and policy makers on the importance of ensuring a strong and effective cohesion policy for all regions after 2020.
Referring to the shocks experienced by the European project in the wake of the economic crisis, not to mention the effect of populist policies, Mr Patoulis stressed that it was more necessary than ever to ensure a strong and efficient policy on cohesion post 2020, covering all the regions of Europe.
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February 7, 2018 11:58 AM
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"The EU needs to listen more and engage more with its citizens. It can take inspiration from and use its cities for this purpose to find ways to create societies where people come first, argues Daniël Termont. The future of Europe depends on the future of our cities. Cities can be partners towards a stronger, more positive EU, which will deliver better results for citizens.
The EU is sitting at a cross roads. Ahead of the 2019 European Parliament elections, the impact of Brexit, political upheaval in Catalonia, and national elections in several member states have yet to become clear. Ongoing discussions about the next long term EU budget, and specifically funding for our cities, risk undermining the EU’s raison d’être to benefit the lives of all people.
Local authorities are responsible for the implementation of more than 70% of EU rules. From finding housing for refugees to meeting climate change targets, we make the EU a reality for people every day.
As the level of government closest to citizens, we can bridge the gap and help the EU regain the trust of its people." Daniël Termont, is president of EUROCITIES and mayor of Ghent (Belgium).
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February 6, 2018 11:50 AM
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Millions of people die prematurely of indoor pollution and other consequences of energy poverty. But there is a way to empower the powerless: with renewable energy microgrids and decentralized technologies.
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January 26, 2018 5:09 AM
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CEMR President hands Commissioner Crețu the new publication “Europe 2030: local leaders speak out”
The unique piece of work of nearly 400 pages that was launched today is the result of two years of discussions and debates within CEMR. It is a collection of ideas from more than 100 local and regional leaders, from all over Europe, and a synthesis of thoughts and analyses. These come at a crucial point in time, as President Juncker and President Macron invite all Europeans to think together about the future of our Union.
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January 17, 2018 5:02 AM
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December 11, 2017 9:17 AM
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Cities are increasingly becoming the real game changers when it comes to addressing climate change and energy issues, and are now leading the transition to a low-carbon future.
By acting at the local level to solve unsustainable energy crises and climate change causes, cities can bypass national political discord to create partnerships full of opportunities that accelerate climate action as well as facilitate access to climate finance for mitigation and resilience. Cities are teaming up, creating coalitions and sharing knowledge on the most advanced and innovative solutions to tackle climate-related risks. These strategic partnerships are rooted in strong projects and initiatives that reflect cities’ ambitions, priorities and interests.
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April 26, 2018 4:12 PM
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As the European Commission gets ready to come up with a climate strategy for 2050 and ongoing energy talks approach the finish line, Mayor of Ghent Daniël Termont told EURACTIV that cities and regions should not be relegated to a mere consultation role in this crucial planning phase.
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April 12, 2018 6:12 AM
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Cities are home to more than half the world’s population and the source of most global CO2 emissions—and yet often occupy vulnerable sites particularly sensitive to the effects of climate change. Out of necessity, cities have therefore become pioneers when it comes to responding to these changes. In this series, we examine not just the different strategies they deploy but also the associated social issues, and more specifically how questions of social justice and equity are taken into consideration.
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April 10, 2018 1:00 PM
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Les deux rapporteurs du Conseil économique, social et environnemental (CESE), Guillaume Duval et Madeleine Charru, ont présenté l’avis du Conseil sur la mise en œuvre de la loi relative à la transition énergétique pour la croissance verte (LTECV).
Le CESE regrette que le pilotage du Conseil national de la transition écologique (CNTE) n’ait pas permis de suivre la mise en œuvre de la Stratégie nationale bas-carbone (SNBC) et de la Programmation pluriannuelle de l’énergie (PPE).
Il pointe les moyens insuffisants des territoires pour établir leurs documents de référence, comme les Schémas régionaux d’aménagement et de développement durable et d’égalité des territoires (SRADDET) et les bilans d’émission de gaz à effet de serre (BEGES). Pour mener à bien les chantiers prioritaires de la rénovation du bâti et du déploiement des énergies renouvelables, le CESE préconise en particulier l’installation d’un Service public de la performance énergétique de l’habitat (SPPEH).
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March 27, 2018 10:51 AM
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Brexit has re-opened divisions between central government and the devolved parliaments and city mayors, amid accusations of a London 'power grab'.
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March 13, 2018 11:29 AM
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The short film “How to implement energy action plans” explains step by step how cities and towns can transform their energy and climate action concepts into real action. The guide shows how to get started on the local energy transition in a cost-effective way by bundling various climate action activities.
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February 26, 2018 5:37 AM
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The city of Wrocław is one of Poland’s success stories, where job creation has hit record highs and environmental objectives are taken seriously. Wrocław’s long-serving mayor revealed his city’s future-leaning path and the advantages of being part of a Europe-wide network of mayors.
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February 20, 2018 10:46 AM
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While the EU hammers out its continent-wide energy and climate policy for the next decade, steps are being taken at local level to fight climate change and make a low-carbon European economy a reality.
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February 8, 2018 6:48 AM
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El Ayuntamiento de Rivas empezó hace un mes a adquirir electricidad en el mercado y suministra con ella el Ayuntamiento y otros edificios públicosSiguen el ejemplo de Avilés y Canfranc, que ya funcionan saltándose a las eléctricas intermediarias. Madrid desarrolla también un proyecto pilotoEl consistorio, gobernado por la confluencia de IU, Equo y Podemos, dice que ya ahorrado un 20% en la factura y espera reducir en medio millón el gasto anual
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February 7, 2018 3:19 AM
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Trump can pull out of the Paris Agreement on climate change – but that won't stop the rest of the world going ahead with it
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January 26, 2018 7:27 AM
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Des habitants ont pris en main le destin de Buiksloterham, un quartier de friches portuaires dans la capitale. Ils veulent en faire un laboratoire pour une ville durable et décentralisée.
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January 22, 2018 10:05 AM
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December 14, 2017 10:07 AM
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The decentralized economy is inevitable. Cities now need to prepare for impact
Blockchain will not only impact trade, but will also radically impact governments and the communities they serve.
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