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Local and national authorities worked tirelessly together to make the investment possible
Upgrade efforts will last throughout the year
The coronavirus pandemic undid years of work by local authorities in solving longstanding issues
The participatory budget initiative is gaining ground across Lithuania
Similar project operating in Estonia attracted 75 000 foreigners who set up 15 000 companies in six years
Alongside the vote for the budget, the Slovak capital also issued a ban on gambling in the city
The “Hello Espoo” project is aimed at providing increased support to the constantly growing non-Finnish population of the city
This is part of the FORWARD project funded through the EU Horizon 2020 framework
Several services are now available in a digital format in the Greek capital in a bid to avoid and reduce queues
Similar project operating in Estonia attracted 75 000 foreigners who set up 15 000 companies in six years
It was constructed as part of an EU-funded collaboration
Today Czechia and Slovakia celebrate new beginnings
This Bulgarian municipality prepares its kids for the professions of the future
Launched by the local government, the service will allow everyone to get additional information on different kinds of sports and activities in the city
This comes after a new contract has been signed and a larger budget has been approved
The centre will help migrants and refugees better integrate into Greek society
The expected effect is a reduction in carbon emissions and lighting costs
They are still uncommon in Poland
Let’s take a look together
EU institutions are shining the spotlight on one of the most sustainable mobility options
The Semmelweis area will be preserved and made use of for educational and social purposes
The expansion of cycling infrastructure is a key priority for local authorities in the Austrian city
Discover best practices, projects and initiatives from the Danish municipalities and cities.
The first stage of the city’s Ungekulturhus is expected to be finished by August
A pool of organisations and citizens will help those suffering from depression, anxiety and loneliness due to the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown
This is the first tool of its kind in Denmark to be used specifically in the area of teaching
They will be financed through the city’s participatory budget
Through art, the sites will be made safer and more secure
For at least another 2 weeks, children will have to do their studies at home
Trends are looking positive for the Danish city according to local officials and businesses
Smart, happy, green: did your city make it to the top?
The new project is expected to help women before they become a target for the city’s group shelters
Fireworks can be not only beautiful but also dangerous, according to local authorities
Pollution skyrockets over the holidays and local authorities in Copenhagen want to prevent that from happening
The new bins answer pressing issues that are putting an increasing strain on the environment during the pandemic
Many homeless young people traditionally visit the school, making it an obvious location
A new bus terminal will solve many of the issues that citizens have been pointing to over the last few years
The historic street has become greener and more cycling-friendly after 9 months of renovations
The airport will reduce its capacity by 40% for the next couple of years
Two of them are in the EU, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit
Kitchens in the various institutions of the Danish capital will be serving environmentally friendly meals thanks to a new policy
The project is estimated to be completed by 2029
After a two-year hiatus, the initiative is back, allowing citizens to obtain trees for free, so long as they care for them and nurture them
Lars Weiss will be acting as mayor for the time being
If you’re looking for a swim in the city’s port, this is the place for you
The number of lost jobs in the Danish capital is among the highest in the country
One of Copenhagen’s biggest e-scooter vendors hopes that by shutting down the service during the night on weekends, less accidents will occur
Local authorities want to limit parties and antisocial behavior in the city’s parks by restricting the sale of alcohol and by dispersing partying crowds
It took lawmakers in the Danish capital just 5 days to come to an agreement for next year’s budget
After months of delay due to COVID-19, “Stairway” is finally ready to welcome visitors
Interview with Jørn Pedersen, Mayor of Kolding in Denmark
The Danish police aims to significantly bolster its arsenal of security cameras over the next few years
By implementing a new innovative solution, local authorities can solve a problem that has been plaguing the environment for years
The construction of the city’s new Vejlands Quarter will begin sometime in early 2021 and will be built entirely out of timber
Linnésgade and Rømersgad will be renovated and made more climate and people-friendly
The new route reflects the need for companies to adapt to a post-coronavirus world and the new realities it has imposed
The lack of mobile coverage on the network has been criticized by both citizens and politicians
It has managed to reduce its carbon emissions from energy consumption and transport by 70%
The local government will set up 5 measurement stations spread throughout the urban area
The city is not only strongly promoting cycling but is also doing everything in its power to make it more accessible and prevalent
The project will bring an entirely new look to the capital
The Danish capital will be hosting the International Architectural Association UIA World Congress in July 2023
Construction projects are being greenlit by the municipality and the city’s zoo is being reopened for children
The issue of space and the lack of it is becoming central for some institutions and they’re approaching it in a creative manner
In the future the municipality wants to purchase half of its art from women
Jogging in Frederiksberg Have has been banned while other municipalities are also considering similar measures
Authorities will yet again redesign the country’s widest bike path
Despite the coronavirus outbreak, the new line will still open on Saturday
The city became first among the seven biggest municipalities in terms of cleanliness
Not only is the city rich in cultural life, but local authorities have also made getting around far easier
The Danish capital is the home of the world’s oldest amusement parks
Thanks to the project, youngsters will be better equipped for their future employment
On 28 March, the new line of the Copenhagen Metro will be unveiled and made available for public use
Interview with Uffe Jensen, Mayor of Odder, Denmark
The Danish capital is closely followed by Vienna, Bern and Helsinki
Interview with Peter Sørensen, Mayor of Horsens, Denmark
Six cities will be using Artificial Intelligence on their path towards carbon neutrality
The local administration wants to promote sustainable growth and the creation of green jobs
Interview with Erik Lauritzen, Mayor of Sønderborg, Denmark
The Danish capital offers numerous running races and events throughout the year
Following relocation, it is now situated behind the City Hall building
Floating containers are expected to suck up almost two tonnes of rubbish every year
Green light for the self-driving buses in Aalborg East
Interview with Ole Bjørstorp, Mayor of Ishøj in Denmark
Of the top 20 cities in the world, 15 are European
The initiative is being put forward by the Municipality of Copenhagen
As part of CityLoops, seven European cities are testing solutions to achieve material circularity
Interview with Thomas Kastrup-Larsen, Mayor of Aalborg in Denmark
Interview with Henrik Rasmussen, Mayor of Vallensbæk in Denmark
The piste is located on the roof of a waste-to-energy plant
Interview with Niels Viggo Lynghøj, Mayor of Struer in Denmark
Next year there will be more funds for kids and green initiatives
Interview with Erik Buhl Nielsen, Mayor of Varde in Denmark
For now the trial includes only two cars
See which EU cities made it to the top 10
Interview with Simon Aggesen, Mayor of Frederiksberg in Denmark
The project should be completed by 2025
It will be held tomorrow 21st September
The huge party will be on September 29 with the Queen also attending
Copenhagen Municipality offers several great options
See the 25 cities included in the index
By the time it's finished the process will have to start anew
The Danish government could land a deal with the municipalities in the capital area
Find out which EU cities are part of the top 10 and which one took the first place
Interview with Erik Flyvholm, Mayor of Lemvig, Denmark
An interview with Jan Petersen, Mayor of Norddjurs in Denmark
A maximum of 200 may be placed within the historic central part of the city
This new boon for the city provides a safe and quick link across the harbour
The prize is a cargo bike
It can collect up to 60 kilos of waste per trip
An interview with Nils Borring, Mayor of Favrskov in Denmark
According to Lord Mayor Frank Jensen, Copenhagen being a UEFA host city is a memorable occasion for the city
An interview with Birgit Hansen, Mayor of Frederikshavn Municipality in Denmark
Denmark launched its first high-speed rail line
So far 2.7 billion euros have been spent on the new Metro line
The Öresund Region is an excellent example of European cross-border interdependence
Østerbro district will soon have self-driving buses
The public transport information for visitors has been simplified
In an open letter published today, 210 mayors also call on the Council and Member States to halve emissions by 2030 and reach a net-zero by the mid-century
An interview with Mrs. Joy Mogensen, Mayor of Roskilde in Denmark
Copenhagen came in second place
It is also the home of the United Nations City Campus
It creates more day-care, kindergarten and school institutions
