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Category: Urban Innovation

IURC CoP 4 Regions Exchange Lessons on Just Transition Governance and Workforce Transformation

On 21 May 2026, regional partners under the International Urban and Regional Cooperation (IURC) programme’s Community of Practice 4 (CoP 4) on Just Transition and Low-Carbon Technologies gathered for the first deep-dive session focused on stakeholder governance, engagement, and workforce transition in the context of just transition.  The session brought together representatives from Bremen (Germany), Chungcheongnam-do (Republic of Korea), Chungnam...

1st City-Business Talk Webinar: Shimla City Showcases Smart Parking Success

The International Urban and Regional Cooperation (IURC) programme hosted the First City-Business Talk webinar highlighting Shimla City's innovative smart parking initiative as a practical example of how this Asian City uses digital solutions which can be transferred to cities growing urban mobility challenges. The session brought together municipal representatives, technology experts, and urban practitioners from India and Europe to exchange...

C2C CoP 12: Economy in cities – StartUps, Innovation Ecosystems, Branding

“Green transition” refers to an economy-wide shift away from high-impact, resource-intensive activities toward practices that remain within planetary boundaries and support long-term sustainability, resilience, and well-being (OECD, 2025). Its aim is to reduce—and keep—the cumulative impacts of human activity within Earth’s ecological limits (OECD, 2025). Deep technologies—advanced, emerging technological solutions to major societal challenges—are one pathway to accelerate this transition....

Meet the IURC LAC regions working on smart-agri food

Across Europe and Latin America, regions are working together to build more sustainable, resilient and innovative agri-food systems. Through the IURC Latin America and the Caribbean programme, these territories collaborate within the Community of Practice on Smart Agri-Food to exchange knowledge, strengthen regional agri-food value chains through cross-border cooperation, and explore solutions related to the bioeconomy, food security, sustainable agriculture,...

EU Ambassador Highlights IURC Partnerships on Christchurch Visit

During his recent visit to Christchurch City, the European Union Ambassador to New Zealand, H E Lawrence Meredith, met with Mayor of Christchurch Phil Mauger to discuss the city’s growing cooperation with the European Union and its active participation in the EU-funded IURC Asia and Australasia programme. H E Lawrence Meredith, EU Ambassador to New Zealand, with Mayor of Christchurch...

Meet the IURC LAC cities working on mobility

Across Europe and Latin America, cities are joining forces to accelerate the transition towards more sustainable, inclusive and efficient urban mobility scheme. Through the IURC LAC programme, cities are collaborating within the Community of Practice on Mobility to exchange knowledge, share solutions, and address common urban challenges. From reducing emissions and improving public transport to fostering active mobility and enhancing...

Melbourne joins the Community of Practice for StartUps, Innovation Ecosystems, Branding

The Community of Practice has officially moved into its implementation phase following the approval of the Urban Cooperation Action Plan (UCAP). The first meeting after approval marked a key turning point, bringing partner cities together to align on next steps, confirm leadership roles, and shift the focus from strategy to concrete action. The CoP is designed as a strategic bridge...

Coimbra-led CoP Sets Roadmap for International Human Smart Living Lab Network

The Urban Cooperation Action Plan (UCAP) for the Community of Practice focusing on the International Human Smart Living Lab Network has been approved, providing a clear roadmap for the member cities of Coimbra (CoP 11 coordinator), Cork, Adelaide, Christchurch and Jeonju to progress cooperation activities and study visits under the IURC. The CoP – coordinated by Coimbra – aims to...

From Plans to Action: Indian Cities Drive EU–India Urban Cooperation Forward

EU–India city partnerships are moving from knowledge exchange to implementation—delivering scalable, climate-smart urban solutions across India Across India, cities are beginning to translate international cooperation into real, field-based change—from mountain towns shaping sustainable tourism to industrial cities rethinking waste and mobility systems. Under the International Urban and Regional Cooperation (IURC) Programme, this shift from planning to implementation is gaining momentum,...

IURC CoP 4 Strengthens Cooperation on Just Transition and Study Visits

Representatives from the IURC Community of Practice on Just Transition & Low-carbon Technologies (CoP 4) convened an online meeting on March 5 to discuss upcoming study visits and explore opportunities for future joint initiatives.  Maximizing International Opportunities Through Study Visits Participants confirmed that the next study visit will take place in October, aligning with the 10th Chungnam International Carbon Neutrality...