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Virtual workshops - 08.06.2020

The City Science Initiative invites you to a wide range of policy workshops
How can public policies and services take advantage of the results of scientific research and studies? The European Union’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) is organising a number of virtual workshops to answer this question as part of the City Science Initiative. These events bring together city representatives, researchers and policymakers to exchange on the latest science and practices.

The workshops cover a wide variety of topics from the circular economy and sustainable mobility, to information technology and mental health. Checkout the JRC’s website to find out more about the workshops and their dates.
Call for proposals - 08.06.2020

Research on equality and well-being across generations
Equality and Well Being Across Generations (EWG) is a joint call for proposals for research on demographic change and inequalities.

Take a look at EWG's website for more information. You have until 14 September 2020 to apply.
Recruitment - 08.06.2020

The Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy is looking for a Project Officer!
The Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR) is recruiting a ‘Project Officer for the Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy fixed term contract at the CEMR Secretariat in Brussels).

Find all the details in the Job description.

Please send your CV and application letter, telling about your motivation and interest to application@ccre-cemr.org before 28 June 2020 – 23h59 . Please put ‘Project Officer – COMO 5’ in the title of the email.
Survey - 04.06.2020

COVID-19's impact on local and regional governments
The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) and the OECD are conducting a joint consultation to gather the views of local and regional government representatives on the challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. There is a particular focus on local and regional finances, governance and recovery plans.

The survey takes approximately 10 minutes to complete and is available in all official EU languages. It is open until 30 June 2020. Please click here for more information.
ESPON - 03.06.2020

Call: research on COVID-19's territorial impact
The European Union’s ESPON programme has issued a call for researchers to work on a short-term study on the territorial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and on regional policies in Europe during the first months of the outbreak.

For more information, check out ESPON’s website. You have until 7 June 2020 to apply.
Competition - 28.05.2020

Launch of the European green cities awards
The European Commission has launched the 2023 European Green Capital (EGCA 2023) and the 2022 European Green Leaf (EGLA 2022) Awards, recognising cities that are genuinely committed to becoming more sustainable. Winners will receive prizes worth €600,000 and €200,000 respectively, as well gain international visibility and acces to a network of previous finalist and winning cities.

To find out more and submit your candidacy, check out the green city awards' announcement press release and website. You have until 28 October 2020 to apply. Good luck!
Waste - 15.05.2020

Join NALAS for a webinar on waste management
NALAS is organising an online panel discussion series on solid waste management during the COVID-19's crisis.

The first panel discussion is on 20 May 2020, 14:00 via Zoom Platform.
LH Forum - 12.05.2020

Prize for Positive Territorial Actors
Every year, the Institute for a Positive Economy presents the Prize for Positive Territorial Actors at the LH Forum. This event is an outstanding opportunity to share best practices by throwing a light on dynamic local players.

The Prize rewards rewards local and regional elected officials and civil servants who have distinguished themselves, through their policies and personal commitment, in environmental, social, economic and governance issues. More information on this event will appear on the Institute for a Positive Economy's website.

Date: 24 september 2020
Lieu: Le Havre (France)
COVID-19 - 22.04.2020

Cities for Global Health
Metropolis has launched Cities for Global Health, a collaborative online platform that offers access to knowledge, strategies and actionable plans implemented by local and regional governments around the globe. A virtual space to showcase what cities are doing and be inspired by others regarding specific initiatives or plans to the COVID-19 outbreak other health emergencies.