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ICLEI highlights need for data, competency-based capacity building for local climate action plans at ADB forum
Mae Valdez-Irong (leftmost), ICLEI Southeast Asia (SEA) Regional Program Manager, shares recommendations for cities implementing their climate action plans in […]
Continue readingICLEI SEA champions lifelong learning for local governments at International Conference in Urban and Regional Planning
(in photo above) Mae Valdez-Irong, ICLEI Southeast Asia Regional Program Manager (facing camera, second from left), and Hon. Abigail Binay, […]
Continue readingS2Cities showcased at UNESCAP CED-8 through exhibit and talk on youth-led urban development
(in photo above) The S²Cities program exhibit was part of the Cities for a Sustainable Future cluster during the 8th Session of […]
Continue readingTrust and Organizational Alignment Key Elements to Cities’ Climate Policy Learning, Study Finds
You may access the FULL STUDY HERE. Cities eager to adopt better climate policies are learning from one another—but the […]
Continue readingBridging local ambition and global finance: TAP celebrates 10th anniversary
In 2015, ICLEI launched the Transformative Actions Program (TAP) with a simple but bold purpose: To help subnational governments turn […]
Continue readingNominations Now Open for the 2025 WIN DRR Leadership Awards
The 2025 WIN DRR Leadership Awards has been launched, recognizing outstanding women leaders making a difference in disaster risk reduction (DRR) […]
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WHO WE ARE

ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network working with more than 2500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. Active in 125+ countries, we influence sustainability policy and drive local action for zero emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient and circular development. Our Members and team of experts work together through peer exchange, partnerships and capacity building to create systemic change for urban sustainability.
WHAT WE DO

ICLEI SEAS assists Member local governments by designing, promoting, and drawing external support for programs and campaigns that develop local resiliency and sustainability. We enter partnerships in order to build a regional and national policy environment that strengthens local governments and promotes local sustainability. We bring local government leaders together with experts, industry leaders, academics, and national international agencies for exchanges on potential solutions to a wide range of urban challenges.
MISSION

ICLEI’s Mission is to build and serve a worldwide movement of local governments to achieve tangible improvements in global sustainability, with special focus on environmental conditions through cumulative local actions.
Latest Publications
Socio-Political Landscape on Youth Safety and Security in the Philippines: A report
The Philippines has a predominantly young population, with a mean age of 24.1 years, and is undergoing rapid urbanization at […]
Urban Heat Risk Management Resource Package
The new Urban Heat Risk Management Resource Package, launched by the MCR2030 Global Coordinating Committee, is now available! Unveiled at […]
SPARK: Walkability and cyclability assessment methodology
This resource serves as a diagnostic tool to assess walkability and cyclability at three levels: city, neighborhood, and specific site, […]
[Case Study] Local Government and Community-Driven Renewable Energy Solutions in the Philippines: Best Practice Examples
This collection of best practice examples of renewable energy (RE) solutions initiated by local government units (LGUs) and communities in […]