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The Future of Terrassa: A Glimpse into Emerging Cultural Hubs and Urban Innovations

August 18, 2024 by admin

Terrassa: A City Shaping Its Future Through Culture, Innovation, and Sustainability Terrassa, a city with a deep-rooted industrial history, is undergoing a significant transformation, becoming a prominent cultural and infrastructural hub in Catalonia. This evolution is driven by various innovative initiatives, underpinned by a commitment to sustainability, cultural enrichment, and public health. Cultural Exhibitions and … Read more

Ibrahim Tanko Amidu on Empowering Youth and Building Sustainable Cities

August 13, 2024August 13, 2024 by admin

Ibrahim-Tanko Amidu: Championing Development and Governance for Nearly Two Decades Eurocities 2024 in Cluj-Napoca provided a vibrant platform for leaders and changemakers from around the world to come together and share their visions for the future. Among these inspiring voices was Ibrahim Tanko Amidu, a dedicated advocate for youth empowerment and urban sustainability in West … Read more

Innovative Urban Solutions: Stéphanie Poppe on Rennes’ Green Future

August 13, 2024August 2, 2024 by admin

Rennes: A Hub of Digital and Social Innovation At the Eurocities 2024 conference, we had the pleasure of speaking with Stéphanie Poppe, who shared exciting updates about the innovative urban projects and sustainable initiatives currently transforming Rennes, France. Rennes plays a significant role within the Eurocities network by actively participating in collaborative initiatives aimed at … Read more

Mayor Pekka Timonen: “A Sustainable City is a Better City for Everyone”

August 13, 2024July 29, 2024 by admin

Eurocities 2024: Pekka Timonen Highlights Vantaa’s Green Initiatives and Challenges At the Eurocities 2024 conference, Mayor Pekka Timonen of Vantaa shared his insights on the city’s ambitious sustainability goals and innovative urban projects. Regarding his participation in Eurocities, Mayor Timonen mentioned, “Yes, I started as the Mayor of Vantaa last year, and this is my … Read more

Astrid Rompolt on Vienna’s Journey Towards Sustainable Urban Living

August 13, 2024July 19, 2024 by admin

Discover the Good News and Charm of Vienna Vienna’s journey towards sustainable urban living is a remarkable story of innovation, commitment, and community involvement. The city has embarked on several transformative projects aimed at enhancing its environmental sustainability and quality of life for its residents. With a visionary approach, Vienna is setting the standard for … Read more

Lahti: At the Forefront of Urban Ecological Innovation

August 13, 2024July 19, 2024 by admin

Lahti’s Green Revolution: From European Green Capital to Global Sustainability Leader At the Eurocities 2024 conference, we had the privilege of speaking with Juha Rostedt, the Chairman of the City Council of Lahti. Chairman Rostedt shared his vision for the city’s development and highlighted the projects they are undertaking. In this interview, Chairman Rostedt emphasized … Read more

Zurich’s citizenship campaign says: ‘You are welcome here’

August 13, 2024July 16, 2024 by admin

Zurich is employing an experimental design methodology to understand and overcome obstacles so that more eligible immigrants can obtain Swiss citizenship. Various studies have shown that becoming a citizen though naturalisation offers many benefits. For example, those who undergo naturalisation are typically more likely to integrate socially and have greater earning potential. Further, naturalisation gives … Read more

Positive News and Urban Innovation Projects in Chișinău

August 13, 2024July 7, 2024 by admin

A City on the Rise At the Eurocities 2024 conference, we had the privilege of speaking with Angela Cutasevici, the Vice Mayor of Chișinău, who shared her vision for the city’s development and the innovative projects they are undertaking. In this exclusive interview, Vice Mayor Cutasevici highlighted Chișinău’s commitment to sustainability, gender equality, and combating … Read more