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Cities and regions are making the clean-energy transition real, but scaling what works needs predictable policy, unlocked finance, and partnerships that let communities lead. In this edition, we spotlight how Southeast Asia is accelerating renewables, why now, and what it will take to sustain the surge.
We are proud to share that ICLEI President Mayor Katrin Stjernfeldt Jammeh has been announced as a co-chair of the COP30 Local Leaders Forum (3–5 Nov, Rio de Janeiro), which will set the stage to amplify subnational leadership ahead of Belém. We also invite cities and regions to encourage the networks they are a part of to endorse the COP30 LGMA Joint Position.
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While some regions tap the brakes on renewables, Southeast Asia is moving in the opposite direction. The region’s clean energy transition is gaining speed, driven not only by national goals but increasingly by the leadership of local and regional governments. Through the RENEW-SEA project, led by ICLEI, cities and provinces have shown that subnational ambition can translate into real action. Now national governments must align policy, unlock finance, and make space for cities to lead at scale.
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More news from our network
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🔹 ICLEI President Mayor Katrin Stjernfeldt Jammeh announced as a co-chair of the COP30 Local Leaders Forum
The COP30 Presidency and Bloomberg Philanthropies announced 16 co-chairs, convening in Rio de Janeiro from 3–5 November.
🔹 Sixteen ICLEI Members shortlisted for 2025 Bloomberg Philanthropies Local Leaders Awards
In total, 26 cities were selected as finalists for the Awards, which honor high-impact initiatives. Winners will be announced at the COP30 Local Leaders Forum.
🔹 LGMA Constituency: Belém can deliver a legacy of multilevel implementation and urbanization
Networks of local and other subnational governments are invited to endorse the position until 28 October.
🔹 The Kaohsiung-ICLEI Community of Practice hosts capacity-building workshop series on sustainable mobility and innovative finance
As part of the program led by ICLEI, the second in-person thematic workshops will be held on 22–23 October, hosted by Kaohsiung City, Chair of the ComP.
🔹 Building child-friendly cities is a climate adaptation strategy
In Austria, Graz and Feldbach are turning play into participation to build resilient, inclusive cities.
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FACTSHEET SERIES
Facts to power renewable energy for Southeast Asia
Developed under ICLEI’s RENEW-Southeast Asia (RENEW-SEA) project, these resources equip local and regional governments in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand to accelerate renewable energy and boost energy efficiency. They offer a clear primer on technologies and their economic, environmental, and resilience benefits. Available in English, Thai, Bahasa Indonesia, and Bahasa Melayu.
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GUIDEBOOK
How to implement tactical urbanism interventions in your city
Developed under the IKI-funded SPARK project, this resource provides step-by-step guidance to implement low-cost, temporary, and scalable interventions to test ideas, repurpose space, and build momentum for lasting change.
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HYBRID EVENT
October
27 – 30
Bonn, Germany
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Join ICLEI at the Global Water Operators’ Partnerships Congress
The Congress is organized by UN-Habitat through the Global Water Operators’ Partnerships Alliance (GWOPA). As an active GWOPA member, ICLEI supports collaboration between local governments and the utilities that serve them.
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WEBINAR SERIES
October
30
10:00 & 16:00 CET
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Monthly LGMA COP30 webinar
Led by Yunus Arikan, ICLEI Director of Global Advocacy, the Local Governments and Municipal Authorities (LGMA) Constituency delves into advocacy priorities in the final webinar ahead of COP30.
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IN-PERSON EVENT
November
3 – 5
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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COP30 Local Leaders Forum
Hosted by the COP30 Presidency and Bloomberg Philanthropies, the Forum unites worldwide mayors, governors, and subnational leaders to showcase how local action is driving global climate progress.
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IN-PERSON EVENT
November
25 – 27
Yokohama, Japan
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Asia Smart City Conference 2025
This 14th edition brings together the strengths of Asian cities and international organizations to promote the circular economy and carbon neutrality.
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IN-PERSON EVENT
December
10
Brussels, Belgium
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One Health for Cities Conference
City leaders from across Europe, including Paris, Milan, Amsterdam, and Vienna, will join policymakers and experts to explore how the One Health approach can create healthier, more resilient urban environments.
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Consultant COP30 Communications Support (Portuguese)
ICLEI South America Secretariat | By 23 October
Service Provider for Google Ads Grant Management
ICLEI World Secretariat | By 24 October
Senior Project Officer – Malaysia
ICLEI Southeast Asia Secretariat | By 31 October
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