We are delighted to announce that 6 CrAFt cities – Aachen, Bologna, Turin, Liepāja, Porto, and Umeå – have been awarded the EU Mission Label for their ambitious efforts to achieve climate neutrality by 2030. This recognition is part of the EU Mission for Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities, an initiative under Horizon Europe that supports cities in their journey towards sustainability.
On 8 October 2024, a total of 20 cities received the EU Mission Label, bringing the total number of labelled cities to 53. These cities are leading the charge towards greener, more sustainable urban environments. Here is the full list of the newly awarded cities: Aachen, Münster (Germany), Trikala (Greece), Miskolc (Hungary), Eilat (Israel), Bologna, Bergamo, Milan, Prato, Turin (Italy), Liepāja (Latvia), The Hague (the Netherlands), Porto (Portugal), Bucharest 2nd District, Suceava (Romania), Ljubljana, Kranj (Slovenia), Gothenburg, Gävle, Umeå (Sweden).
What does the EU Mission Label mean for these cities?
- Access to key resources, including the Climate City Capital Hub, an international financing resource focused on engaging private capital.
- Eligibility for a €2 billion lending envelope from the European Investment Bank to support their climate-neutral projects.
The CrAFt community is proud to see these cities take bold steps in building greener futures, with cleaner air, safer transport, and quieter, healthier environments for their citizens.
Let’s continue to support them as they transform their ambitious goals into reality. Together, we are shaping a sustainable, climate-friendly future for all!