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

Climate change disproportionately affects women, girls, and other vulnerable population groups, including people with disabilities and those living in informal settlements. Addressing inequality is essential for concrete climate action and for achieving a sustainable, just future. That's why the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) has proudly developed a Gender and Inclusion … read more

The Paris Agreement not only shifted the course of global climate diplomacy - it catalyzed a new era of bottom-up action. At the heart of that transformation were cities, states, and regions: subnational actors that recognized climate change as both an urgent and tangible threat and an opportunity to build a better, healthier, more resilient … read more