The online learning program will provide cities of all EU and affiliated countries a free online course designed to equip city representatives, policymakers, and urban change-makers with the knowledge and tools needed to drive systemic change. The program will be a project-based Mini-Lab structured around digital learning modules, interactive live sessions, and peer-to-peer activities for cities with a population above 50.000 inhabitants.
Program Structure
Modules: The program consists of 6 Modules addressing key aspects of the net-zero transition. These modules are systemic, meaning they are designed to complement each other to provide hollistic understanding of the challenges.
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Module 1: "How can the NetZeroCities support my city's climate transition goals?"
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Module 2: "How can we develop capacity to work on the climate transition, go beyond working in silos and collaborate with the city's stakeholders?"
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Module 3: "How might we design an effective climate action plan for and with the city?"
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Module 4: "How might we leverage technical solutions, citizens-led solutions and partnerships to reduce emissions?”
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Module 5: "How might we access diverse funding options and unlock investments in the city for climate neutrality?"
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Module 6: "How might we align local, regional, and national governance to develop effective policies that support the climate transition?"
Certification: Completing all 6 core sessions grants the participant with a certification of completion, and also unlocks dedicated feedback sessions with NetZeroCities experts.
Flexible Participation: Participants can also take modules and sessions individually if they wish to focus on specific topics only, but certification requires the completion of the 6 core sessions.
What we offer
Spotlight Sessions: After each core session, learners can take these optional sessions to explore specific topics in depth, complementing the knowledge acquired during the core sessions.
Key resources translated in multiple EU languages: All essential materials will be translated to ensure accessibility for diverse participants.