URBACT & European Urban Initiative in Ireland

🤔Curious about what the Urban Agenda Thematic Partnerships have produced in practice? 👉An initial mapping now offers a clear overview of the diverse types of outputs produced by the Thematic Partnerships. 🔎Discover more in our latest article: urban-initiative.pulse.ly/ujyalsyswe

Want to accompany the next round of #TransferNetworks as Lead Expert? 🚨 To be considered for this role, you need to be included in the URBACT Pool of Validated Experts. Submit your application or upgrade your profile by 30 July: urbact.eu/work-with-us

🌍Resetting the compass: sustainable tourism pathways for Europe’s future 👉The #SustainableTourism Action Plan offers six concrete actions already in motion, delivering real solutions where they’re needed most. 🔎Learn more in our article: urban-initiative.pulse.ly/6jzuhoxplx

We’re delighted to welcome all new and returning councillors to the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly! A special congratulations to @davidhealyv on being elected Cathaoirleach for 2025–2026 🤝Looking forward to working with all Assembly members in the years ahead

The URBACT Joint Secretariat is looking for a Finance Intern to join the team in 🇫🇷Paris! 💼 Want to support the accounting function of the URBACT IV programme & gain hands-on experience in EU-funded projects? 🚨Apply by 11 August Get all the details ➡️ urbact.eu/work-with-us

Have you heard? We’ll launch a call for Lead Experts in October to accompany the next #TransferNetworks! ❗ To be considered for this role, you must be included in the URBACT Pool of Validated Experts 📅Submit your application or upgrade your profile: urbact.eu/work-with-us

📢 Join the applicant seminar on the new Thematic Partnership on #CompactCities! 📅 Call open: 27 Aug – 1 Oct Join our seminar on 3 September to learn how to apply and what to expect from a Thematic Partnership under the Urban Agenda. 👉 Register here: urban-initiative.pulse.ly/hnxpofjxu5

First updates from the Secretariat following the closure of the Transfer Network call 10 days ago. We are delighted with Ireland's 8 applications, and we look forward to seeing the number of Irish cities and towns impacted by @URBACT increase. New networks ➡️ underway in q4! 🤝

The tool uses detailed, area-specific data, making it a valuable resource for evaluating future development plans across the municipality. #URBACT #EcoCore #Tuusula #CarbonFootprint #SustainableDevelopment

🌱Tuusulan Kunta has run a test action using software to estimate carbon footprint of their land development plan – and the results are eye-opening. The estimated emissions are equivalent to those of 6,700 cars yearly emissions. 🔎 Explore the results: hiilikartta.avoin.org/raportti?planI…

What an energising three days at the EU Cities Forum 2025 in beautiful Kraków! 🇵🇱 A huge thanks to all the participants who joined us! Your ideas and energy are what drive the URBACT community forward! #CitiesForum #TransferNetworks #URBACTCommunity

From wildflower meadows in Veszprém to rewilded parks in Limerick — 8 cities are using nature-based solutions to fight climate change & boost biodiversity. Get inspired by URBACT’s latest #GoodPractices 👉🏼 bit.ly/3Tsehqm @Limerick_ie @Comuneperugia @ClujMetro

Sincere thanks to @EMRA, Dr. Karl Murphy, @PadraigMcEvoy @KildareCoCo for the opportunity to meet the various delegates and showcase Maynooth Decarbonising Zone. It’s encouraging to see the opportunities/obstacles we face are being considered positively and collectively. #climate

An exciting #CitiesForum session on Stakeholders' Dialogue and Consultation on an EU Policy Agenda for Cities saw an excellent address last evening by @RaffaeleFitto, Executive Vice-President for Cohesion and Reforms. Interesting panel discussion as part of the session too! 🇪🇺

Enjoyed an outstanding session on climate-neutral & resilient cities w/ Paula O'Rourke, Climate Action Coordinator @KildareCoCo. Paula spoke of some exciting local initiatives they're involved in, including a demonstration house to show every day circular actions! #CitiesForum

Brilliant few days of exciting talks, discussions, and activities at #CitiesForum 2025 in Kraków alongside fellow EUI Contact Points. Delighted to partake in a panel on Capacity Building!

There are still places to join the Cities Forum online. See the post below for the link and join the over 300 participants online aswell as the 800 participants joining in Kraków.

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📢The Cities Forum is fast approaching! ❓Are you a local/regional authority, a policymaker or urban practitioner interested in the pressing topics facing cities today but you couldn't attend Kraków in person? ✍️Register here to follow the event online: citiesforum2025.eu/event/cities-f…