Call to Cities to Accelerate Clean Energy Urban Solutions

The Mission launched an open call for cities to join the Urban Transitions Mission City cohort. A first cohort of 50 cities will be identified by the end of 2022, while a second cohort of 250 cities will follow by 2024. A robust methodology in the selection process will ensure the readiness and commitment of cities to engage as frontrunners in innovation to support and accelerate the Mission goals. 

Cities are invited to apply online and express their interest to join the Mission’s cohort by the 29th of October through a brief questionnaire reflecting the assessment criteria, which can be found on the Global Covenant of Mayors, MI Urban Transitions Mission and partner websites. This provides further information on the value proposition for cities, their expected commitment, an info pack on the selection process, and FAQs.

MI Urban Transitions Mission News

Announcing the Innovate4Cities Science to Action Roadshow 

The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) and UN-Habitat are pleased to announce the Innovate4Cities Science to Action Roadshow, a series of structured regional workshops to be rolled out throughout 2027 with the aim of translating climate science into actionable practice at the city level. Co-convened by GCoM and UN-Habitat, the Roadshow … read more

CHAMP Subnational Advisory Council Convenes at COP31 to Elevate Local Leadership and Set 2027 Priorities

Mayors, governors, and regional leaders from around the world gathered during COP31 to release the CHAMP COP31 Statement and ensure local climate leadership is included in international climate negotiations. Antalya, Türkiye (11 November 2026) – The Coalition for High Ambition Multilevel Partnerships (CHAMP) for Climate Action convened the second meeting of its Subnational Advisory Council … read more

95% of new city climate targets set in the last decade found to exceed prevailing national ambition, new GCoM report finds

Launched at COP31, the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy’s 10-year Impact Report reveals that cities and local governments continue to move further and faster – despite the strongest national climate commitments to date ANTALYA, Türkiye, 11 November 2026 – Cities and local governments are leading global climate ambition, with 58% of Global … read more

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