This publication is designed for city governments who recognize that by working together with their local business community, they are better prepared to address the challenges of climate change. The science is telling us we have to act urgently to significantly reduce emissions to 45% by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2050 if we are to successfully adapt to climate change. In response, cities are stepping up their action; declaring climate emergencies and reinforcing these with net zero carbon commitments. But cities cannot achieve the emissions reductions alone, with some cities controlling just 4% of their cities’ carbon emissions. City-Business Climate Alliances have huge potential to reduce emissions on a greater scale than the city could manage alone. Cities and companies have often worked together to improve services and develop infrastructure. The traditional model of public private partnership is indeed nothing new. However, these partnerships often involved the private sector stepping in to provide capital for a city project with a City-Business Climate Alliances differ because the city is working with multiple businesses to co-create solutions to drive down emissions or fund adaptation initiatives in the city. Involving actors from civil society, non-governmental organizations and academic institutions ensures oversight, guidance and expertise are brought to the table at an early stage – with each actor bringing unique insights.
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