Seven cities have been shortlisted by the European Commission to enter the final stage of the European Green Capital and Green Leaf Awards, following an assessment by a panel of independent experts.
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Erlangen won first place in Germany’s ADFC Cycling Climate Test for cities of its size, praised for winter bike path maintenance and infrastructure. The city continues to improve cycling conditions through its “Future Plan: Cycling City”.
Discover how the Green City Accord’s new ‘associated city’ status expands its mission to include non-EU cities, strengthening cleaner, healthier urban environments across Europe.
The European Commission has launched the first-ever European Capitals of Small Retail Awards. This initiative stems from a citizens’ petition and was proposed by the Parliament to highlight the vital role of small retailers in revitalising city centres.
Cities with over 50,000 inhabitants can apply by 9 September to be recognised for their efforts to make life more accessible for persons with disabilities. New this year is a Special Mention on Accessibility in Housing.
The European Association of Service Providers for Persons with Disabilities (EASPD) announced the winners of its 2025 Innovation Awards at its Spring Conference on 15-16 May in Gandia, Spain.
President Ursula von der Leyen received the renowned Charlemagne Prize, in honour of “an outstanding leader who is guiding the EU through a period of profound transformation with vision, courage, strength and foresight”, as the Prize’s board explained.
For the 15th time, the European Commission is looking for the next winners of the European Green Capital and European Green Leaf Awards. In our challenging times, cities are at the forefront of sustainable action. 20 cities have entered the competition for the 2027 titles.
The city of Stockholm has officially launched its Environment Programme and Climate Action Plan 2030, laying out a comprehensive roadmap to become fossil-free, circular and climate-positive by 2040.
The 36th edition of the European Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS) will take place in the capital of Latvia, Riga, from 15 to 20 September 2025 and will gather around 140 young scientists from all over Europe and beyond.
