Global Covenant of Mayors
@mayors4climate.bsky.social
The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy is the largest global alliance of cities transitioning to a climate resilient economy.
📢 Are you planning to co-create knowledge & action with us at the 2026 #Innovate4Cities Conference?
You still have time to register for today's Online Info Session & learn everything you need to know to submit your session proposal.
Join us at 16:00 CET! 👇
https://tinyurl.com/4wctkr66
You still have time to register for today's Online Info Session & learn everything you need to know to submit your session proposal.
Join us at 16:00 CET! 👇
https://tinyurl.com/4wctkr66
February 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM
📢 Are you planning to co-create knowledge & action with us at the 2026 #Innovate4Cities Conference?
You still have time to register for today's Online Info Session & learn everything you need to know to submit your session proposal.
Join us at 16:00 CET! 👇
https://tinyurl.com/4wctkr66
You still have time to register for today's Online Info Session & learn everything you need to know to submit your session proposal.
Join us at 16:00 CET! 👇
https://tinyurl.com/4wctkr66
🌱 From youth-led river cleanup to intergenerational climate action, Nisporeni 🇲🇩 demonstrates how community-driven approaches create lasting change.
Case Study 2 in our 2025 report highlights the "Be Eco – It is your choice" initiative.
Find out more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/bdcnskxj
Case Study 2 in our 2025 report highlights the "Be Eco – It is your choice" initiative.
Find out more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/bdcnskxj
February 10, 2026 at 10:20 AM
🌱 From youth-led river cleanup to intergenerational climate action, Nisporeni 🇲🇩 demonstrates how community-driven approaches create lasting change.
Case Study 2 in our 2025 report highlights the "Be Eco – It is your choice" initiative.
Find out more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/bdcnskxj
Case Study 2 in our 2025 report highlights the "Be Eco – It is your choice" initiative.
Find out more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/bdcnskxj
✍️ Are you ready to submit your session proposal for the 2026 #Innovate4Cities Conference?
Join us virtually TOMORROW at 9:00 AM CET for tips on navigating the application process!
Your session could be part of the momentum - let’s make your proposal stand out.
https://tinyurl.com/4d8873xt
Join us virtually TOMORROW at 9:00 AM CET for tips on navigating the application process!
Your session could be part of the momentum - let’s make your proposal stand out.
https://tinyurl.com/4d8873xt
Online Info Session: Navigating the I4C26 Call for Sessions Proposals - innovate4cities
Are you planning to co-create knowledge and action with us at the 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference (I4C26)? The 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference (I4C26) is the fourth global convening at the crossroads of city climate science, decision-making, and implementation. Co-hosted by the Global Covenant of Ma...
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February 9, 2026 at 12:44 PM
✍️ Are you ready to submit your session proposal for the 2026 #Innovate4Cities Conference?
Join us virtually TOMORROW at 9:00 AM CET for tips on navigating the application process!
Your session could be part of the momentum - let’s make your proposal stand out.
https://tinyurl.com/4d8873xt
Join us virtually TOMORROW at 9:00 AM CET for tips on navigating the application process!
Your session could be part of the momentum - let’s make your proposal stand out.
https://tinyurl.com/4d8873xt
💡From AI risk assessment to cool pavements & urban heat networks, tech is helping cities fight extreme heat!
GCoM Co-Managing Director Andy Deacon shares how GCoM empowers cities with data, tools & support to adapt.
Read more!👇
https://www.huawei.com/en/media-center/transform/24/14-andy-deacon
GCoM Co-Managing Director Andy Deacon shares how GCoM empowers cities with data, tools & support to adapt.
Read more!👇
https://www.huawei.com/en/media-center/transform/24/14-andy-deacon
February 6, 2026 at 11:59 AM
💡From AI risk assessment to cool pavements & urban heat networks, tech is helping cities fight extreme heat!
GCoM Co-Managing Director Andy Deacon shares how GCoM empowers cities with data, tools & support to adapt.
Read more!👇
https://www.huawei.com/en/media-center/transform/24/14-andy-deacon
GCoM Co-Managing Director Andy Deacon shares how GCoM empowers cities with data, tools & support to adapt.
Read more!👇
https://www.huawei.com/en/media-center/transform/24/14-andy-deacon
🏙️ Co-creating climate action in informal settlements!
Read our Case Study on Buenos Aires’ 🇦🇷 Barrio 20 in our 2025 Gender Equitable & Inclusive Climate Action Planning report, where residents lead climate solutions through the Urban Lab.
👉https://tinyurl.com/bdcnskxj
Read our Case Study on Buenos Aires’ 🇦🇷 Barrio 20 in our 2025 Gender Equitable & Inclusive Climate Action Planning report, where residents lead climate solutions through the Urban Lab.
👉https://tinyurl.com/bdcnskxj
February 3, 2026 at 10:39 AM
🏙️ Co-creating climate action in informal settlements!
Read our Case Study on Buenos Aires’ 🇦🇷 Barrio 20 in our 2025 Gender Equitable & Inclusive Climate Action Planning report, where residents lead climate solutions through the Urban Lab.
👉https://tinyurl.com/bdcnskxj
Read our Case Study on Buenos Aires’ 🇦🇷 Barrio 20 in our 2025 Gender Equitable & Inclusive Climate Action Planning report, where residents lead climate solutions through the Urban Lab.
👉https://tinyurl.com/bdcnskxj
💡Thinking about submitting a session proposal for the 2026 #Innovate4Cities Conference? Join us for a live walkthrough!
🗓️We're offering 2 identical sessions on 10 & 11 February to help you put forward the strongest possible proposal.
Find out more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4d8873xt
🗓️We're offering 2 identical sessions on 10 & 11 February to help you put forward the strongest possible proposal.
Find out more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4d8873xt
Online Info Session: Navigating the I4C26 Call for Sessions Proposals - innovate4cities
Are you planning to co-create knowledge and action with us at the 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference (I4C26)? The 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference (I4C26) is the fourth global convening at the crossroads of city climate science, decision-making, and implementation. Co-hosted by the Global Covenant of Ma...
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January 30, 2026 at 2:38 PM
💡Thinking about submitting a session proposal for the 2026 #Innovate4Cities Conference? Join us for a live walkthrough!
🗓️We're offering 2 identical sessions on 10 & 11 February to help you put forward the strongest possible proposal.
Find out more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4d8873xt
🗓️We're offering 2 identical sessions on 10 & 11 February to help you put forward the strongest possible proposal.
Find out more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4d8873xt
📌 Ten years after the #ParisAgreement, cities have moved climate action from the margins to the mainstream.
Our "From Paris to Belém" report shows how local leadership is building healthier, more resilient communities worldwide.
Dive into the full report here!
👉https://tinyurl.com/sxcajc6c
Our "From Paris to Belém" report shows how local leadership is building healthier, more resilient communities worldwide.
Dive into the full report here!
👉https://tinyurl.com/sxcajc6c
January 23, 2026 at 2:42 PM
📌 Ten years after the #ParisAgreement, cities have moved climate action from the margins to the mainstream.
Our "From Paris to Belém" report shows how local leadership is building healthier, more resilient communities worldwide.
Dive into the full report here!
👉https://tinyurl.com/sxcajc6c
Our "From Paris to Belém" report shows how local leadership is building healthier, more resilient communities worldwide.
Dive into the full report here!
👉https://tinyurl.com/sxcajc6c
🇳🇴Climate action works best when the world’s leading scientists, cities, regions & nations work together—and that's exactly what we explored earlier this week at Oslo City Hall.
GCoM joined discussions on connecting local action to global climate goals, on the sidelines of IPCC's SRCities LAM3.
GCoM joined discussions on connecting local action to global climate goals, on the sidelines of IPCC's SRCities LAM3.
January 15, 2026 at 11:03 AM
🇳🇴Climate action works best when the world’s leading scientists, cities, regions & nations work together—and that's exactly what we explored earlier this week at Oslo City Hall.
GCoM joined discussions on connecting local action to global climate goals, on the sidelines of IPCC's SRCities LAM3.
GCoM joined discussions on connecting local action to global climate goals, on the sidelines of IPCC's SRCities LAM3.
💡 How can city leaders in the Global South unlock the climate finance needed for resilient, sustainable cities?
Our report provides a roadmap to help mayors close the funding gap and drive impactful climate solutions.
Find out more here:
https://tinyurl.com/5b8jk3c3
Our report provides a roadmap to help mayors close the funding gap and drive impactful climate solutions.
Find out more here:
https://tinyurl.com/5b8jk3c3
January 8, 2026 at 8:59 AM
💡 How can city leaders in the Global South unlock the climate finance needed for resilient, sustainable cities?
Our report provides a roadmap to help mayors close the funding gap and drive impactful climate solutions.
Find out more here:
https://tinyurl.com/5b8jk3c3
Our report provides a roadmap to help mayors close the funding gap and drive impactful climate solutions.
Find out more here:
https://tinyurl.com/5b8jk3c3
Advancing inclusive, locally led & innovative approaches to building climate resilience.
💡Did you know that GCoM & University of Melbourne have completed the successful pilot of the Climate Innovation Readiness Navigator (CIRN) in Oceania?
Read more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/2hydkmrt
💡Did you know that GCoM & University of Melbourne have completed the successful pilot of the Climate Innovation Readiness Navigator (CIRN) in Oceania?
Read more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/2hydkmrt
January 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Advancing inclusive, locally led & innovative approaches to building climate resilience.
💡Did you know that GCoM & University of Melbourne have completed the successful pilot of the Climate Innovation Readiness Navigator (CIRN) in Oceania?
Read more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/2hydkmrt
💡Did you know that GCoM & University of Melbourne have completed the successful pilot of the Climate Innovation Readiness Navigator (CIRN) in Oceania?
Read more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/2hydkmrt
New year, same climate urgency, but with proven solutions at scale!
As we step into 2026, GCoM's 2025 Impact Report reminds us that cities are turning climate pledges into real-world progress through multilevel governance & investment-ready solutions.
👉https://tinyurl.com/5yu5bv8s
As we step into 2026, GCoM's 2025 Impact Report reminds us that cities are turning climate pledges into real-world progress through multilevel governance & investment-ready solutions.
👉https://tinyurl.com/5yu5bv8s
January 2, 2026 at 8:59 AM
New year, same climate urgency, but with proven solutions at scale!
As we step into 2026, GCoM's 2025 Impact Report reminds us that cities are turning climate pledges into real-world progress through multilevel governance & investment-ready solutions.
👉https://tinyurl.com/5yu5bv8s
As we step into 2026, GCoM's 2025 Impact Report reminds us that cities are turning climate pledges into real-world progress through multilevel governance & investment-ready solutions.
👉https://tinyurl.com/5yu5bv8s
Local leaders are at the forefront of climate action, shaping climate-resilient development in communities.
Explore the "Cities & Local Governments Sector Brief", presenting takeaways to help cities design & implement strategies tailored to their needs.
https://tinyurl.com/yjwd5aa7
Explore the "Cities & Local Governments Sector Brief", presenting takeaways to help cities design & implement strategies tailored to their needs.
https://tinyurl.com/yjwd5aa7
December 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Local leaders are at the forefront of climate action, shaping climate-resilient development in communities.
Explore the "Cities & Local Governments Sector Brief", presenting takeaways to help cities design & implement strategies tailored to their needs.
https://tinyurl.com/yjwd5aa7
Explore the "Cities & Local Governments Sector Brief", presenting takeaways to help cities design & implement strategies tailored to their needs.
https://tinyurl.com/yjwd5aa7
From advancing Paris Agreement goals to empowering thousands of cities with the tools they need to accelerate climate action, 2025 has been a year of progress. As we look ahead, we are truly inspired by the collective action of our global alliance.
Happy Holidays from GCoM! 🎄✨
Happy Holidays from GCoM! 🎄✨
December 25, 2025 at 9:00 AM
From advancing Paris Agreement goals to empowering thousands of cities with the tools they need to accelerate climate action, 2025 has been a year of progress. As we look ahead, we are truly inspired by the collective action of our global alliance.
Happy Holidays from GCoM! 🎄✨
Happy Holidays from GCoM! 🎄✨
💡 Climate change disproportionately affects women, girls & other vulnerable population groups!
The GCoM Gender & Inclusion Toolkit helps cities put equity at the heart of their climate plans.
Explore tools, case studies, and practical guidance!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4d2986ey
The GCoM Gender & Inclusion Toolkit helps cities put equity at the heart of their climate plans.
Explore tools, case studies, and practical guidance!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4d2986ey
December 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
💡 Climate change disproportionately affects women, girls & other vulnerable population groups!
The GCoM Gender & Inclusion Toolkit helps cities put equity at the heart of their climate plans.
Explore tools, case studies, and practical guidance!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4d2986ey
The GCoM Gender & Inclusion Toolkit helps cities put equity at the heart of their climate plans.
Explore tools, case studies, and practical guidance!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4d2986ey
From cleaner ports to greener energy systems & urban forest conservation, these mayors are turning climate ambition into results through their Yearly Offers of Action - concrete commitments to deliver climate solutions in the year ahead.
More ℹ️:
https://www.c40.org/news/yearly-offer-of-action/
More ℹ️:
https://www.c40.org/news/yearly-offer-of-action/
December 19, 2025 at 10:29 AM
From cleaner ports to greener energy systems & urban forest conservation, these mayors are turning climate ambition into results through their Yearly Offers of Action - concrete commitments to deliver climate solutions in the year ahead.
More ℹ️:
https://www.c40.org/news/yearly-offer-of-action/
More ℹ️:
https://www.c40.org/news/yearly-offer-of-action/
When national ambition meets local implementation, progress follows.
In 2025, national governments showed what real climate action looks like when partnering with cities, states and regions.
Discover the full story from GCoM & C40 Cities!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4pyenrw7
In 2025, national governments showed what real climate action looks like when partnering with cities, states and regions.
Discover the full story from GCoM & C40 Cities!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4pyenrw7
December 18, 2025 at 2:14 PM
When national ambition meets local implementation, progress follows.
In 2025, national governments showed what real climate action looks like when partnering with cities, states and regions.
Discover the full story from GCoM & C40 Cities!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4pyenrw7
In 2025, national governments showed what real climate action looks like when partnering with cities, states and regions.
Discover the full story from GCoM & C40 Cities!
👉https://tinyurl.com/4pyenrw7
23 reviewers. 11 organizations. Over 400 expert comments.
The GCoM alliance's review of the IPCC Special Report on Climate Change & Cities is in! Co-chaired with UN-Habitat, ICLEI & the European Commission's JRC, the review integrated perspectives from city networks & supporting partners worldwide.
The GCoM alliance's review of the IPCC Special Report on Climate Change & Cities is in! Co-chaired with UN-Habitat, ICLEI & the European Commission's JRC, the review integrated perspectives from city networks & supporting partners worldwide.
December 16, 2025 at 3:42 PM
23 reviewers. 11 organizations. Over 400 expert comments.
The GCoM alliance's review of the IPCC Special Report on Climate Change & Cities is in! Co-chaired with UN-Habitat, ICLEI & the European Commission's JRC, the review integrated perspectives from city networks & supporting partners worldwide.
The GCoM alliance's review of the IPCC Special Report on Climate Change & Cities is in! Co-chaired with UN-Habitat, ICLEI & the European Commission's JRC, the review integrated perspectives from city networks & supporting partners worldwide.
Reposted by Global Covenant of Mayors
A huge 89% majority of global people [56% even in the United States] want stronger action to fight the #ClimateCrisis, but mistakenly believe they’re in a minority.
People want action. Smart cities are taking action. Nations should support city action.
#ActionStartsHere @mayors4climate.bsky.social
People want action. Smart cities are taking action. Nations should support city action.
#ActionStartsHere @mayors4climate.bsky.social
Activate climate’s ‘silent majority’ to supercharge action, experts say
Making concerned people aware their views are far from alone could unlock the change so urgently needed
www.theguardian.com
November 24, 2025 at 10:18 PM
A huge 89% majority of global people [56% even in the United States] want stronger action to fight the #ClimateCrisis, but mistakenly believe they’re in a minority.
People want action. Smart cities are taking action. Nations should support city action.
#ActionStartsHere @mayors4climate.bsky.social
People want action. Smart cities are taking action. Nations should support city action.
#ActionStartsHere @mayors4climate.bsky.social
The future of urban climate action will converge in Nairobi in June 2026 & we want you to be part of it!
GCoM & @un-habitat.bsky.social announce that the call for session proposals & registration for the 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference is OPEN.
Submit your proposal
👉https://events.unhabitat.org/
GCoM & @un-habitat.bsky.social announce that the call for session proposals & registration for the 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference is OPEN.
Submit your proposal
👉https://events.unhabitat.org/
December 11, 2025 at 1:48 PM
The future of urban climate action will converge in Nairobi in June 2026 & we want you to be part of it!
GCoM & @un-habitat.bsky.social announce that the call for session proposals & registration for the 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference is OPEN.
Submit your proposal
👉https://events.unhabitat.org/
GCoM & @un-habitat.bsky.social announce that the call for session proposals & registration for the 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference is OPEN.
Submit your proposal
👉https://events.unhabitat.org/
Belém 🇧🇷 is taking a major step toward a climate-resilient future with new Gap Fund support for nature-based solutions! 🔛
With this technical assistance, the city can strengthen institutional capacity across departments and jurisdictions.
Read more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/56z6r59h
With this technical assistance, the city can strengthen institutional capacity across departments and jurisdictions.
Read more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/56z6r59h
December 10, 2025 at 1:49 PM
Belém 🇧🇷 is taking a major step toward a climate-resilient future with new Gap Fund support for nature-based solutions! 🔛
With this technical assistance, the city can strengthen institutional capacity across departments and jurisdictions.
Read more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/56z6r59h
With this technical assistance, the city can strengthen institutional capacity across departments and jurisdictions.
Read more!
👉https://tinyurl.com/56z6r59h
🔴LIVE from #COP30 at 14:00 BRT:💡How can SMEs cut energy use without upfront costs?
Energy Efficiency as a Service can save money, reduce emissions, and scale clean technologies.
Co-organized by GCoM & @wedonthavetime.bsky.social.
👇
https://www.youtube.com/live/CD-TfPp4G-o?si=7ivkEkwHnUmPCB0R
Energy Efficiency as a Service can save money, reduce emissions, and scale clean technologies.
Co-organized by GCoM & @wedonthavetime.bsky.social.
👇
https://www.youtube.com/live/CD-TfPp4G-o?si=7ivkEkwHnUmPCB0R
COP 30 - November 18
From November 10–21, 2025, We Don’t Have Time, and partners, will broadcast live from COP30, the UN Climate Change Conference hosted for the first time in th...
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November 18, 2025 at 9:54 AM
🔴LIVE from #COP30 at 14:00 BRT:💡How can SMEs cut energy use without upfront costs?
Energy Efficiency as a Service can save money, reduce emissions, and scale clean technologies.
Co-organized by GCoM & @wedonthavetime.bsky.social.
👇
https://www.youtube.com/live/CD-TfPp4G-o?si=7ivkEkwHnUmPCB0R
Energy Efficiency as a Service can save money, reduce emissions, and scale clean technologies.
Co-organized by GCoM & @wedonthavetime.bsky.social.
👇
https://www.youtube.com/live/CD-TfPp4G-o?si=7ivkEkwHnUmPCB0R
🔴 GCoM streaming live from #CoP30 Belém with @wedonthavetime.bsky.social
This episode looks at how EU LIFE and Horizon innovations, from digital twins to deep retrofits, transform the built urban environment and cut waste.
Join now 👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/951_Hh4wCpU?si=tHtWL761dFy739uw
This episode looks at how EU LIFE and Horizon innovations, from digital twins to deep retrofits, transform the built urban environment and cut waste.
Join now 👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/951_Hh4wCpU?si=tHtWL761dFy739uw
COP 30 - November 14
From November 10–21, 2025, We Don’t Have Time, and partners, will broadcast live from COP30, the UN Climate Change Conference hosted for the first time in th...
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November 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
🔴 GCoM streaming live from #CoP30 Belém with @wedonthavetime.bsky.social
This episode looks at how EU LIFE and Horizon innovations, from digital twins to deep retrofits, transform the built urban environment and cut waste.
Join now 👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/951_Hh4wCpU?si=tHtWL761dFy739uw
This episode looks at how EU LIFE and Horizon innovations, from digital twins to deep retrofits, transform the built urban environment and cut waste.
Join now 👉 https://www.youtube.com/live/951_Hh4wCpU?si=tHtWL761dFy739uw
💬 "At #COP30, cities will stand as proof that the green agenda is both possible and profitable."
- Teresa Ribera, European Commission EVP & GCoM Co-Chair.
At #WMS25 in Rio, leaders from 🇧🇷🇨🇱🇦🇷 showcased how ambition becomes action.
@teresaribera.ec.europa.eu
- Teresa Ribera, European Commission EVP & GCoM Co-Chair.
At #WMS25 in Rio, leaders from 🇧🇷🇨🇱🇦🇷 showcased how ambition becomes action.
@teresaribera.ec.europa.eu
November 7, 2025 at 10:51 AM
💬 "At #COP30, cities will stand as proof that the green agenda is both possible and profitable."
- Teresa Ribera, European Commission EVP & GCoM Co-Chair.
At #WMS25 in Rio, leaders from 🇧🇷🇨🇱🇦🇷 showcased how ambition becomes action.
@teresaribera.ec.europa.eu
- Teresa Ribera, European Commission EVP & GCoM Co-Chair.
At #WMS25 in Rio, leaders from 🇧🇷🇨🇱🇦🇷 showcased how ambition becomes action.
@teresaribera.ec.europa.eu
🇪🇺 Welcome EU! 🎉
The European Union has formally endorsed #CHAMP, reinforcing that cities and regions are indispensable for delivering the Paris Agreement.
Read more here!
https://tinyurl.com/55tuetzj
The European Union has formally endorsed #CHAMP, reinforcing that cities and regions are indispensable for delivering the Paris Agreement.
Read more here!
https://tinyurl.com/55tuetzj
November 5, 2025 at 5:31 PM
🇪🇺 Welcome EU! 🎉
The European Union has formally endorsed #CHAMP, reinforcing that cities and regions are indispensable for delivering the Paris Agreement.
Read more here!
https://tinyurl.com/55tuetzj
The European Union has formally endorsed #CHAMP, reinforcing that cities and regions are indispensable for delivering the Paris Agreement.
Read more here!
https://tinyurl.com/55tuetzj
GCoM at the World Mayors Summit - and what a session it was!
Cities from 🇧🇷 🇨🇱 🇦🇷 shared powerful stories of climate action & collaboration.
We also launched the GCoM 2025 Impact Report, celebrating significant progress towards creating resilient, low-carbon urban environments.
Cities from 🇧🇷 🇨🇱 🇦🇷 shared powerful stories of climate action & collaboration.
We also launched the GCoM 2025 Impact Report, celebrating significant progress towards creating resilient, low-carbon urban environments.
November 5, 2025 at 11:36 AM
GCoM at the World Mayors Summit - and what a session it was!
Cities from 🇧🇷 🇨🇱 🇦🇷 shared powerful stories of climate action & collaboration.
We also launched the GCoM 2025 Impact Report, celebrating significant progress towards creating resilient, low-carbon urban environments.
Cities from 🇧🇷 🇨🇱 🇦🇷 shared powerful stories of climate action & collaboration.
We also launched the GCoM 2025 Impact Report, celebrating significant progress towards creating resilient, low-carbon urban environments.