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  1. European Commission opens applications for 2027 Green Capital and Green Leaf Awards

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    Source: European Commission

    Cities committed to sustainability are invited to apply for the 2027 European Green Capital and European Green Leaf Awards by 15 April 2025.

    These prestigious awards recognize cities that demonstrate leadership in reducing environmental impacts while enhancing the quality of life for their residents. Winners receive financial support and gain entry into a network of European cities at the forefront of urban sustainability.

    Award categories and financial support

    The European Green Capital Award is open to cities with populations exceeding 100,000, with the winning city receiving a €600,000 prize. The European Green Leaf Award is available for towns and cities with populations between 20,000 and 100,000, with up to two winners each receiving €200,000.

    These financial awards are intended to help cities implement sustainability projects and engage with residents throughout their designated award year.

    Evaluation criteria and urban mobility focus

    A critical aspect of the evaluation process is urban mobility, with cities recognized for their efforts in reducing transport emissions and promoting sustainable mobility solutions. Past award winners have demonstrated innovative approaches to urban transport, including improved public transit, cycling infrastructure, and multimodal transport systems
    Applications will also be assessed based on seven key environmental indicators: Air quality, water management, biodiversity and green spaces, waste management, noise pollution, climate change mitigation and climate adaptation.

    Notable past winners and their achievements

    Several previous Green Capital and Green Leaf winners have been recognized for their sustainable urban mobility initiatives:

    Águeda, Portugal (European Green Leaf 2026) – Honored for its beÁgueda shared-use e-bike programme, as well as its collaboration with the national rail company to enhance local transport schedules and intermodal connectivity.
    Vilnius, Lithuania (European Green Capital 2025) – Recognized for its transformation from a car-centric city to a pedestrian-friendly and sustainable urban environment. The city’s Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) includes expanding cycling infrastructure, modernizing its public transport fleet, optimizing transit routes, and improving cargo and freight logistics.
    Treviso, Italy (European Green Leaf 2025) – Acknowledged for its comprehensive SUMP, featuring a 32 km cycling network, 30 bike-sharing stations, and investments in electric buses and charging infrastructure.
    Valencia, Spain (European Green Capital 2024) – Recognized for investing in cycling infrastructure, creating over 164 km of cycle lanes, and working toward the electrification of its public transport fleet and the development of multimodal transport hubs.

    How to apply

    Cities interested in applying for the 2027 European Green Capital and Green Leaf Awards can find out more information here and register through the official European Commission website.

    With these awards, the European Commission continues to promote sustainable urban development, encouraging cities to take innovative steps toward greener, cleaner, and more livable environments.

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