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Collaboration Between GCoM-Gap Fund Partnership and CoM SSA Helps African Cities Turn Climate Plans Into Action

Collaboration Between GCoM-Gap Fund Partnership and CoM SSA Helps African Cities Turn Climate Plans Into Action

Across Africa, cities are increasingly moving from climate ambition to implementation thanks to the growing collaboration between key regional stakeholders and initiatives – most notably the partnership between the GCoM-Gap Fund team and the Covenant of Mayors in Sub-Saharan Africa (CoM SSA). By working together to identify viable climate-related project ideas, connect cities with technical … read more

Cities Connect on Energy, Circular Economy, and Community Resilience

Cities Connect on Energy, Circular Economy, and Community Resilience

The Cities Meet Cities (CmC) initiative of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) recently completed an inspiring cluster exchange involving four dynamic cities: Blacktown (Australia), Hang Tuah Jaya (Malaysia), Banda Aceh (Indonesia), and Nakuru (Kenya). Supported by the European Union, this exchange exemplifies the power of city-to-city cooperation, highlighting innovative approaches, … read more

Cities Are Delivering: Now Scaled-Up And Direct Access to Finance Must Follow

Cities Are Delivering: Now Scaled-Up And Direct Access to Finance Must Follow

Urban Climate Finance Agenda at the Forefront at the United Nations 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) in Seville The global development community gathered last week in Seville to discuss the future of development finance and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the United Nations 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4). … read more

This is a Moment When Everything Hangs in the Balance

This is a Moment When Everything Hangs in the Balance
Cities around the world face severe climate impacts that threaten economic stability, public health, and community resilience. To address this critical issue, the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) has launched the Cities in the Balance campaign, highlighting the urgent need for increased climate finance to support essential city-led climate actions. Cities … read more
Morocco Takes the Lead in Unlocking Urban Climate Finance

Morocco Takes the Lead in Unlocking Urban Climate Finance

Chefchaouen Local Climate Finance Forum calls for scaled, urgent, and people-centered investment to deliver local climate solutions Chefchaouen, Morocco (9th July, 2025) – The City of Chefchaouen hosted a high-level event on Urban Climate Finance on July 8 and 9, convening national and local leaders, international institutions, and Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) to spotlight the … read more

Publication by GCoM and ICLEI Highlights How Strategic Partnerships Are Critical to Accelerate Sustainable Urban Climate Action

Publication by GCoM and ICLEI Highlights How Strategic Partnerships Are Critical to Accelerate Sustainable Urban Climate Action
A city's journey from an initial climate project idea through to project implementation requires time, a substantial degree of preparation, resources, and capacities. Strong and strategic partnerships are also critical to support cities to advance that journey. The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM), the City Climate Finance Gap Fund Partnership, and … read more
Turning Research Into Action: A New Brief for Cities Leading the Climate Transition

Turning Research Into Action: A New Brief for Cities Leading the Climate Transition
Local leaders are at the forefront of climate action, shaping climate-resilient development in cities and communities worldwide. Building on findings from the 2024 Innovate4Cities Conference (I4C24), the Cities and Local Governments Sector Brief highlights the essential role of cities in advancing local, regional, and global climate goals. Download the report in English hereDescarga el informe … read more
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