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💚 Which cities do you think are the greenest on our planet? Cities are the engines of our economy, but they can also be significant contributors to climate change. However, a growing number of cities are taking a stand for sustainability, implementing innovative solutions to become greener and cleaner. 👑 Oslo, Norway Takes the Crown Oslo, Norway, currently holds the title of the greenest city on earth. Oslo has a whopping 72.5% of its area covered by greenery or eco-friendly buildings. The city is on track to achieve its ambitious goal of reducing carbon emissions by 95% by 2030. 🇳🇴 About Oslo: - Renewable Energy Powerhouse: Over 80% of Oslo's energy comes from renewable sources, making it a leader in clean power generation. - E-vehicle Capital: Oslo has the highest density of electric vehicles globally, further reducing its reliance on fossil fuels. - Public Transportation Champion: The city boasts an excellent public transport system, encouraging residents to leave their cars behind. 📈 Several other cities are making significant strides towards sustainability. - Reykjavík, Iceland: This city uses geothermal energy to meet nearly 90% of its heating and electricity needs. - Copenhagen, Denmark: Renowned for its cycling infrastructure and commitment to carbon neutrality by 2025, Copenhagen is a model for sustainable urban planning. - San Francisco, USA: A hub for innovation, San Francisco is a leader in green building initiatives and sustainable waste management practices. #greenenergy #renewableenergy #cities

Sønderborg: The Future of Decarbonised Cities 🌱✨ We’re thrilled to kick off our inaugural #RethinkCitiesInnovationAwards in Sønderborg—a city that shines as a beacon of visionary innovation and impactful sustainability! 🌍 Recognized as the 'Global Capital of Energy Efficiency' by the International Energy Agency, #Sønderborg is blazing a trail toward becoming one of Europe’s first fully decarbonised cities. This transformation is powered by a strong focus on #PublicPrivatePartnerships through ProjectZero, setting a stellar example for communities worldwide. But Sønderborg is more than just a hub for energy solutions; it’s a vibrant showcase of what a sustainable urban future can truly look like. Here, passionate local businesses, engaged citizens, and dedicated public bodies come together to drive meaningful change. We’re excited to welcome you to Sønderborg on November 18, 2024, to explore the exciting sustainability initiatives and uncover all that this hidden gem has to offer! 🌟 #RethinkCities #SustainableUrbanDevelopment #EnergyEfficiency #ProjectZero #NetZeroFuture #RethinkCitiesInnovationAwards #SDG11 #Sønderborg #PublicPrivatePartnerships

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🌍 Exciting News! 🌍 We’re thrilled to announce the publication of the URBACT EcoCore project’s latest report! The EcoCore network is dedicated to accelerating the green transition in industrial areas across small European cities. It has been an inspiring journey to watch cities come together, share knowledge, and tackle climate change head-on through low-carbon economic activities. Special thanks to the incredible Fingal County Council team—Aoife Sheridan, Aine Donlon Kavanagh, Alison Foster, and Gavin Cusack—for their stellar leadership and to Wessel Badenhorst for developing the project concept and bringing the idea to life! A huge shoutout to our amazing URBACT EcoCore family of partners across Europe, driving green innovation and sustainable growth! URBACT Polona Kukovec Lakota Vera AraújoToni Popovic Kristiina Salo Liviu Stanciu Tudor Drambarean Ayuntamiento De Villena Ivana Katuric Luna Polić Barović Matej ROGAČ Irina ROTARU ✨ Why check out the report? 👉 Learn about innovative green public procurement practices that fuel sustainable economies. 👉 Discover how small cities like Tuusula and Ķekava are pioneering circular economy zones and renewable energy initiatives. 👉 Explore tools for fostering collaborative innovation ecosystems and supporting green transition decision making in municipalities. Get inspired and dive into the future of green industrial transitions! 🌱 https://lnkd.in/e2MFX7M8 #EcoCore #GreenTransition #SustainableCities #ClimateAction #URBACT #Innovation #UrbanPlanning #CircularEconomy #DecisionSupport #Data

In our latest work (led by Ava Soroudi w/ Jing Ma, Agatino Rizzo) for Länsstyrelsen Norrbotten we developed an accessible and multiscale #storymap on #SDGs for the #greentransition. One key takeaway from this study at #LTUarchitecture is that similarly to large urban areas even small but heavily industrialised regions play a major role to meeting the #climategoals. Representing only 2.4% of Sweden’s total population, Norrbotten is the 2nd-largest regional #CO2 emitter in Sweden. Unlike other regions in #Sweden, it shows a stable trend in emissions. This preliminary work should lay the foundation for a better understanding and future coordination of #landuse planning policies at the regional level in Region Norrbotten

In the race for green space, here are seven criteria that feature strongly in site selection: https://lnkd.in/gr5mxA5u #JLL #JLLAfrica #JLLMENA #Sustainability

Delve into how European cities are steering the transition to sustainable and decarbonized mobility in this insightful article. 🌍🚲 #SustainableCities #Decarbonization #MobilityTransition #EuropeanCities Read more: https://ow.ly/kuqt50SjNrY

Achieving net zero carbon by 2025 will require radical changes in transport and governance. Strategic urban mobility plans, or SUMPs, can help local and regional authorities meet challenging European Green Deal targets. In his Amplify article, Andrea Lorenzini describes the CIVITAS SUMP-PLUS project, which set up six laboratories to demonstrate how cities can develop the next generation of SUMPs that “put mobility at the heart of sustainable urban transformation.” Explore this sustainable, resilient, and integrated framework for urban mobility below, or here: https://lnkd.in/eUE_vZPn #SustainableMobility #UrbanInnovation #Amplify Arthur D. Little

↪ Cities contribute to two-thirds of global energy consumption and 70% of greenhouse gas emissions. To combat the #climatecrisis, municipalities worldwide are implementing innovative measures to reduce their carbon footprints. Here are some standout examples: 🇳🇱 Amsterdam, Netherlands: Targeting #carbonneutrality by 2050, Amsterdam has introduced low-emissions zones and is phasing out fossil fuels. 🇨🇦 Vancouver, Canada: Boasting the world's first double LEED-certified building, #Vancouver aims for 100% renewable energy by 2050. 🇸🇬 Singapore: The Supertree Grove features vertical gardens with solar lighting and rainwater collection, enhancing #urbangreenery. 🇳🇴 Oslo, Norway: Named European Green Capital in 2019, #Oslo offers extensive green spaces, geothermal wells, and ample public transport options. 🇦🇺 Adelaide, Australia: Focuses on water sensitivity and urban greenery, utilizing #recycledwater and strategic tree planting. 🇳🇿 Wellington, New Zealand: Aiming for #netzero by 2050, Wellington emphasizes biodiversity restoration and community-driven #sustainability initiatives. 🇧🇷 Curitiba, Brazil: Known for its innovative Bus Rapid Transit system, #Curitiba prioritizes mass public transport over cars. 🇩🇰 Copenhagen, Denmark: Aspiring to be the first carbon-neutral capital by 2025, #Copenhagen excels in bike infrastructure and renewable energy. 🇬🇧 Nottingham, UK: Plans to be the first #carbonneutral UK city by 2028, with initiatives like wireless EV charging and interactive sustainability schemes. 🇮🇸 Reykjavik, Iceland: Powered entirely by geothermal and hydroelectric energy, #Reykjavik aims for carbon neutrality by 2040 with sustainable transport plans. These cities are leading the way toward a sustainable future. 🌱 #Sustainability #GreenCities #ClimateAction #RenewableEnergy #UrbanPlanning #EnvironmentalInnovation #solaroutdoormedia #ourideascreatevalue Copenhagen Economics: Energy & Climate Euronews Oslo kommune I amsterdam Singapore Wellington Management Private Investing City of Vancouver The City of Reykjavik University of Adelaide

The emergence of sustainable logistics parks has had a transformative impact on traditional warehousing practices. From enhanced energy efficiency, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and sustainable resource management strategies, this blog takes a look at how to assess if a logistics park is sustainable and what are the tangible benefits your business can reap by choosing to operate in one. Read the Blog here: https://lnkd.in/dBAWRvxr #HorizonIndustrialPark #SustainableLogistics #GreenWarehousing #EcoFriendlySupplyChain #GreenBusiness #SustainableOperations #EfficientLogistics #CarbonFootprintReduction #ResourceManagement