ICLEI Strategy 2010-2015 – our plan for the future
- Konrad Otto-Zimmermann, ICLEI Secretary General
7 October
ICLEI is making its voice heard by preparing key messages on the role of cities and local government in taking action and delivering solutions to tackle climate change, preserve biodiversity and achieve sustainability.
The Incheon Eco-efficiency Challenge, launching today at the Future of Cities congress closing plenary, will kick-start a race among cities all over the world. The goal? To set an incentive for cities to become eco-efficient.
We have a new strategy! On 7 October Konrad Otto-Zimmermann, ICLEI Secretary General, has shared the cornerstones of the strategic plan with the congress participants in Incheon. The strategy emphasizes some key elements that will guide the future work of ICLEI. Read more
A planet of cities? The Arirang TV debate at ICLEI's World Congress
- Behind the scenes at the arirang TV debate
6 October
Some megacities have a larger populations than many of the small UN member states. Are we heading for an 'urban world'? What will be the future role of cities in global governance? Who drives cities, their infrastructure and their business activity? Are cities developing a credible voice in the global world? These were some of the questions raised during the Arirang TV debate.
Non-vegetarian diets consume 2.9 more water, 2.5 times more energy, 13 times more fertilizer and 1.4 times more pesticides than a vegetarian diet. Water consumption is the biggest culprit and accounts for 45 percent of the overall environmental impact of non-vegetarian diets.
Today's parallel sessions explored sustainability through the lens of the Future of Cities key themes. Have a look at what was debated, discovered and shared. Read more
Future of Cities Grand Opening
- David Cadman, President of ICLEI
5 October
Over 1,000 participants, representing 42 countries, have gathered for ICLEI's Future of Cities congress in Incheon, Korea
This is the place for conference news and updates, so stay tuned for photos, conference reporting and links to session resources.
ICLEI is celebrating its 20th anniversary, having grown over the past two decades to become the world's leading local government association highlighting cities as crucial players in finding local solutions to the global climate challenge.
At the world congress in Incheon many Members have contributed stories about being part of the ICLEI network. Read more
