Thessaloniki gets ready for its metro launch in November
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
The city places in the top 100 greenest cities on a worldwide scale
Around 56% of Portugal’s electricity comes from renewable sources. According to Radio Télévision Belge Francophone, the city-by-city percentage varies between 56% and 80% with Braga coming in first with the latter number. Thanks to its incredibly consistent use of renewables, the city has earned itself a spot in the top 100 greenest cities list made by CDP – a non-profit organisation that collects environmental data from all around the world. Much of the city’s success could be attributed to the excellent green policies taken on by its governments. According to the city’s mayor, Ricardo Rio, there have been solar panels installed on the roofs of all the city’s primary schools and electric buses are replacing conventional ones in the public transport.
This spectacular result is not isolated in Portugal – earlier this year, the country won the Renewable Energies Trophy because of its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Since 2005, the country has cut 22% of its emissions, according to Environment Minister João Pedro Matos Fernandes. The government’s current goal is for renewable sources to be responsible for the production of 80% of Portugal’s electricity by 2030.
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
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The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe's transition to climate neutrality.
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment.
Forests in the EU can help green the European construction industry and bolster a continent-wide push for architectural improvements.
Apply by 10 November and do your part for the transformation of European public spaces
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An interview with the newly elected ICLEI President and Mayor of Malmö
A conversation with the Mayor of Lisbon about the spirit and dimensions of innovation present in the Portuguese capital