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Global Covenant of Mayors
for Climate & Energy

The largest global alliance for city climate leadership across the globe.

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GLOBAL PARTNERS


2024 INNOVATE4CITIES CONFERENCE




Co-hosted by the Global Covenant of Mayors and UN-Habitat, 10 to 12 September
2024 in Montréal, Canada, the 2024 Innovate4Cities Conference (I4C24) is the
premier convening of leaders from academia, government, civil society, and
industry at the intersection of cities, climate science, and innovation. The
main objective of the conference, held at Le Westin Montréal, is to synthesize
the latest knowledge and solutions that can inform the Seventh Assessment Report
Cycle (AR7) of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and address
critical sustainability gaps through cross-sector action.

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INTEGRITY MATTERS FOR CITIES, STATES, AND REGIONS




The Integrity Matters for Cities, States, and Regions report, created by a
dedicated Expert Group convened by the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate &
Energy (GCoM) and WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities, serves as a follow-up
to the flagship HLEG Integrity Matters report launched last year at COP27. It
outlines recommendations for subnational governments to ensure the credibility,
accountability, and transparency of their net zero commitments while
acknowledging their varied capacities and characteristics.

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THE MULTILEVEL CLIMATE ACTION GUIDE FOR DECISION MAKERS



Following the launch of the Coalition for High Ambition Multilevel Partnerships
(CHAMP) at the Local Climate Action Summit at COP28 in Dubai, building on the
latest insights and good practices from the Global Covenant of Mayors alliance,
and developed in partnership with WRI Ross Center for Cities (WRI), the
Multilevel Climate Action Guide for Decision-makers highlights three
recommendations that can catalyze governance and action across levels of
government

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GLOBAL COVENANT OF MAYORS AND ARUP RELEASE NEW REPORT, “UNLOCKING URBAN ENERGY
ACCESS AND POVERTY”



Lacking access to affordable and reliable energy is a clear indication of
deprivation in the daily lives of urban residents. Local governments are well
aware of the urgency and benefits associated with tackling energy access and
poverty. However, they frequently encounter significant and complex barriers
that limit their ability to implement interventions or explore innovative
solutions. To help local governments ensure access to affordable, reliable, and
sustainable energy for all, GCoM and ARUP released the highly anticipated
Unlocking Urban Energy Access and Poverty research and summary reports.

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GULBENKIAN PRIZE FOR HUMANITY AWARDED TO THE GLOBAL COVENANT OF MAYORS FOR
CLIMATE & ENERGY



GCoM Co-Chairs Frans Timmermans and Mike Bloomberg to Accept Award on
Organization’s Behalf.
Lisbon, Portugal (26 October 2021): Today, the Global Covenant of Mayors for
Climate & Energy (GCoM), was awarded the Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity along
with 1M Euro to finance projects in Sub-Saharan Africa.

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City Journey

From committing to monitoring and reporting, the City Journey is a step-by-step
guide designed to support cities in bridging the gap from climate ambition to
climate action delivery.

EXPLORE THE JOURNEY


Stronger together

Cities and partners committed to the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate &
Energy share a long-term vision to combat climate change. Together, we are
working towards a low-emission and climate-resilient future.

More than 12,500 cities stand ready to partner with national and international
institutions to tackle both climate and economic crises through local
initiatives, innovative financing models, and sustainable infrastructure.

Why Join Us
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October 18, 2024


JOIN GCOM AT THE WORLD URBAN FORUM

At the 12th World Urban Forum (#WUF12), the Global Covenant of Mayors for
Climate & Energy (GCoM) will host and co-host a series of high-impact events on
advancing urban climate action. From November 5-8, GCoM sessions will emphasize
the critical role of cities in tackling climate challenges, offer hands-on
learning opportunities, and foster collaboration across all levels of government
and sectors for this shared ambition. Beyond the sessions hosted by GCoM, city
leaders and experts from across our alliance will be presenting and engaging
throughout the week’s programme. Our booth in Hall 4 also boasts an active
programme, and will … read more


October 14, 2024


GCOM PARTNERS WITH SMART CITY EXPO WORLD CONGRESS 2024

Barcelona, 5th to 7th November 2024 The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate
and Energy (GCoM) is proud to announce its partnership with the Smart City Expo
World Congress 2024. As the world’s largest global alliance for city climate
leadership, uniting over 13,000 cities and local governments, GCoM continues to
support cities worldwide in defining and implementing effective climate action
plans, fostering collaboration between cities, businesses, and the global
climate community. The Smart City Expo World Congress The Smart City Expo World
Congress, hosted annually in Barcelona since 2011, is one of the most
influential events for urban innovation and … read more


September 25, 2024


GAP FUND HOSTS WEBINAR FOR CITIES IN THE MENA REGION

On September 10, 2024, the GCoM-Gap Fund Partnership hosted an awareness raising
webinar for cities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to
introduce the City Climate Finance Gap Fund (Gap Fund). The event attracted a
diverse audience of local government representatives, climate action
practitioners, and regional partners (total of 55 participants), emphasizing the
broad regional interest in advancing climate action. Participants joined from
Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Egypt, Morocco, Iraq, Sudan, Tunisia, Libya, and
Yemen. Additionally, organizations such as UN-Habitat, UNDP, and Clima-Med were
well-represented, confirming the collaborations the GCOM-Gap Fund has forged in
the region. National governments, … read more





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