Kick off 2025 with the first Scalable Cities Café of the year on February 5, 2025, from 14:00 to 15:00 CET, as we focus on Empowering Communities – The Role of Citizen Engagement in Urban Transformation. This session will explore how innovative governance and active citizen participation are transforming urban landscapes and driving the transition to carbon-neutral cities.
Expert Insights
We’re delighted to feature two experts with vast experience in sustainable urban development and community engagement:
- Jörgen Lööf, CEO of ElectriCITY Innovation
- Mag. dr. Bojan-Ilija Schnabl, Unit for Strategic Projects and International Affairs, Department for Housing Promotion and Arbitration Board for Legal Housing Matters, City of Vienna
Our speakers will share their perspectives on:
- Strategies to engage citizens and stakeholders in carbon-neutral solutions for urban transformation.
- Overcoming challenges to fostering inclusive participation and collaborative action.
- Practical lessons drawn from experiences in Hammarby Sjöstad (Stockholm) and Vienna, showcasing how community-driven initiatives can scale and deliver impactful results.
The session will include a live Q&A, providing participants the opportunity to interact directly with the speakers and gain deeper insights into their approaches and experiences.
Citizen Engagement: The Catalyst for Urban Transformation
Active citizen participation is essential for achieving sustainable urban transformation. This Café will explore how cities can:
- Foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders, including citizens, public authorities, and businesses.
- Tailor innovative governance models to local contexts to create meaningful change.
- Build inclusive processes that empower communities to contribute to carbon-neutral goals.
With inspiring examples and proven strategies, we’ll discuss how citizen engagement can drive urban resilience, sustainability, and a shared vision for the future.
Join the Discussion
This Café is an invaluable platform for city leaders, policymakers, and urban innovators to exchange ideas and learn from practical experiences. Whether you’re just beginning to explore community engagement or are actively involved in collaborative urban initiatives, this session offers fresh perspectives and actionable takeaways.
🔗 Register for the Café here:
https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/ScalableCitiesCafe-EmpoweringCommunities