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From Rio to Belém: Ensuring Cities Have a Seat at the COP30 Table

From Rio to Belém: Ensuring Cities Have a Seat at the COP30 Table

At this pivotal moment for climate action and while COP30 is underway, the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) stands shoulder-to-shoulder with cities, states, and regions worldwide to accelerate the shift from negotiation to delivery.    Last week, the COP30 Local Leaders Forum - hosted by the COP30 Presidency and Bloomberg Philanthropies … read more

The Global Covenant of Mayors Welcomes Major Bloomberg Philanthropies Investment to Power Next Wave of Local Climate Action

The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) welcomed continued support from Bloomberg Philanthropies to accelerate local climate leadership across its more than 13,800 cities this week. Announced by UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy on Climate Ambition and Solutions and GCoM Co-Chair Michael R. Bloomberg at the Local Climate Action Summit during the COP30 … read more

A City Assessment on Lighting Development in Climate Action Plans

A City Assessment on Lighting Development in Climate Action Plans

The City Lighting Assessment Report, developed by the Urban Transitions Mission in collaboration with Signify and the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM), explores how city leaders are using lighting to accelerate climate action, enhance livability, and build resilience. “A lot of cities in the UTM cohort have been including in their … read more
COP30 Local Leaders Forum Joint Outcome Statement

COP30 Local Leaders Forum Joint Outcome Statement

Unveiled at the Local Climate Action Summit as the culminating outcome of the COP30 Local Leaders Forum, the Local Leaders Joint Statement is a declaration of support from more than 14,000 cities, towns, states, regions, and provinces across every continent, affirming their collective commitment to advancing real, on-the-ground climate solutions.   Responding to the COP30 … read more
Ahead of COP30, EU Joins CHAMP, Backing Cities and Regions as Key Partners for Boosting Climate Action and Resilience

Ahead of COP30, EU Joins CHAMP, Backing Cities and Regions as Key Partners for Boosting Climate Action and Resilience

The European Union’s endorsement reinforces the crucial role of cities and regions as key partners in delivering the Paris Agreement global goals.   The European Union (EU) has officially endorsed the Coalition for High Ambition and Multilevel Partnerships (CHAMP), signaling its commitment to leverage the key role of cities and regions to accelerate global climate … read more
Brazil, C40 Cities, and the Global Covenant of Mayors Announce New Mutirão Effort to Accelerate Urban Climate Solutions in Brazil

Brazil, C40 Cities, and the Global Covenant of Mayors Announce New Mutirão Effort to Accelerate Urban Climate Solutions in Brazil

Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and facilitated by the Brazilian National Front of Mayors (FNP), the partnership will help 50 Brazilian municipalities deliver climate projects by 2027.   Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (November 2025) – Today, the Brazilian Government, Bloomberg Philanthropies, C40 Cities, and the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM), announced a … read more
COP30: As Global Pledges Move Forward, Cities Are Proving What Real Climate Action Looks Like. Now They Need the Funds.

COP30: As Global Pledges Move Forward, Cities Are Proving What Real Climate Action Looks Like. Now They Need the Funds.

From the Baku-to-Belém Roadmap and beyond, COP30 is a pivotal moment to mobilize climate finance, strengthen policies, and deliver real impact.   Cities are on the frontlines of the climate crisis—responsible for much of the world’s emissions yet holding the key to a sustainable and inclusive future. They are already delivering climate action at scale, … read more
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