The Eurocities Annual Conference 2024 will take place in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, from May 29 to May 31, 2024. The conference theme is centered around "green, resilience, innovation," focusing on how cities can become more sustainable, resilient, and innovative.
Key discussions will include how cities can attract investments and talents to achieve these goals, ensuring stakeholders contribute to climate targets, using European funding to scale up local innovation, boosting SMEs, and retaining talent for the green and digital transformation. Additionally, there will be focus sessions on developing partnerships between cities and rural areas to provide sustainable food and renewable energies.
The conference will also feature the Eurocities Awards 2024, which will highlight cities leading in sustainability and innovation. The event will include parallel sessions, site visits, and a specific track for politicians to discuss defending democracy and unlocking investment for urban transformation.
The conference is an opportunity for city representatives from across Europe to share knowledge, create bonds, and possibly generate working partnerships. It is part of Eurocities' efforts to promote sustainable and resilient urban environments, aligning with the European Union's objectives for climate neutrality and digital transition.