Modern daily life is based in cities, where 55% of the world’s population currently lives, a figure expected to reach 70% by 2050, according to the United Nations. Cities host production spaces, workplaces, essential services, and leisure activities. In this context, urban mobility is a fundamental element for the economic vitality of cities, social justice,…
A virtual event held on November 10 brought together 22 municipalities and the national coordinators of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM) in Costa Rica to present the results and progress made in climate actions developed in 2020. Regarding current environmental challenges, the Vice-Rector of the National University, Marianela Rojas, reminded…
The Call for Applications for the Global Covenant of Mayors Climate & Energy Support Network is Now Open The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy – Latin America and the Caribbean (GCoM-LAC) launched the first call for members of the Support Network on March 18, 2020. Members of the Covenant Support Network voluntarily…
Global Covenant and World Organization of Cities Join Forces to Discuss Localization of Climate Action On September 25 and 26, the Global Secretariat of the United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), a founding member of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM), organized two workshops in Barcelona, Spain, in collaboration with the…
Nine Countries in the Region Have Established Their National Advisory Committees Cover Photo: Meeting of the National Advisory Committee in Costa Rica Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, and Peru are advancing toward the creation of national communities at the forefront of local climate action. Through the establishment of their National Advisory…
The GCoM Officially Launches Operations in Mexico The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM) took another step forward with its official launch in Mexico. The launch event took place during the Smart City Expo LatAm Congress 2018, held from September 11 to 13 in Puebla. During this event, six Mexican cities joined…
Initiative Offers Technical and Financial Support for Climate Action Projects in Latin America The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM) and the European Investment Bank have launched the Global Climate City Challenge, an initiative designed to support the preparation and financing of climate action projects focused on mitigation or adaptation in Latin…
Second GCoM Workshop Marks Progress in Latin America The International Urban Cooperation Program for Latin America and the Caribbean (IUC-LAC) organized the Second National Coordinators Workshop of the Global Covenant of Mayors (GCoM) from August 28-31 in San José, Costa Rica. The workshop focused on methodologies, action plans, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and flagship cities.…
Municipalities from Peru, Chile, and Ecuador Participate in GCoM Training Workshop The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM) training brought together 26 municipalities and the National Coordinators from Peru, Chile, Bolivia, and Ecuador at the First National Coordinators Workshop. The sessions focused on the initiative’s objectives, methodologies for producing Sustainable Energy and…
GCoM National Advisory Committee in Ecuador Launched in Quito Ecuador has become another country in the region to embrace the governance of the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM) in Latin America. The National Advisory Committee (CCN) was established and held its first meeting last Thursday (03). The meeting was attended by…