Associations and networks

EUROCITIES is a major network of European cities (140 large cities in 37 European countries). EUROCITIES represents the interests of its members and engage in dialogue with the European institutions, provides a platform for promoting the urban agenda in European policymaking, and for sharing knowledge and exchanging on innovative solutions among its member cities.

ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network of more than 2500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. Active in 125+ countries, ICLEI influences sustainability policy and drive local action for low emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient and circular development. ICLEI's Members and team of experts work together through peer exchange, partnerships and capacity building to create systemic change for urban sustainability.

EIT Climate-KIC is the EU's largest public-private partnership addressing climate change through innovation. It has been predominantly funded by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) and given a formal mandate to be the EU's climate change innovation agency, tasked with helping build European sustainable jobs, growth and competitiveness.