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HIRING: Developer of a knowledge product on sustainable energy use in public buildings for local and regional governments
The following is just a preview. The full Terms of Reference can be accessed HERE. Under the guidance and supervision of the ICLEI World Secretariat, the objective of this work will be to develop a knowledge product on sustainable energy use in public buildings that examines the applicability of the concept of PEBs to the […]
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RENEW-SEA brings energy stakeholders together through new regional Community of Practice
ICLEI has launched the Renewable Energy Exchange Community of Practice (R-EnEx CoP) through the RENEW–Southeast Asia (RENEW-SEA) project, providing a platform where energy stakeholders and practitioners can engage in peer learning, dialogue, and collaboration on sustainable energy topics. Accessible on LinkedIn via https://www.linkedin.com/groups/13118477/, the R-EnEx CoP is open to national, regional, and local authorities; private […]
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Call for concepts: Cities and Regions Positive Energy Buildings Challenge
The full Call for Concepts can be accessed in ENGLISH HERE and in BAHASA INDONESIA HERE. The RENEW-Southeast Asia project continues its work across Malaysia and Indonesia in the domain of energy-efficient public buildings. It aims to create policy momentum, develop technical capacities, and provide exchange opportunities for local and regional governments (LRGs) to act […]
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Reclaiming streets for people: Lessons from the SPARK project in the Philippines
This blog originally appears in CityTalk. Owning a car is one of the most typical aspirations for many Filipinos. In fact, a nationwide survey revealed that 77% of the population prefer to have their own vehicle, with vehicle ownership being one of their markers of a comfortable life. The sentiment—though counter-intuitive to the tenets of […]
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READ: Regional Director’s Message for ICLEI SEA’s 21st Anniversary
This letter was originally penned on 22 December 2025. Dear partners and colleagues, Season’s greetings from the ICLEI Southeast Asia Secretariat (ICLEI SEA)! For many, a 21st birthday signals a coming of age—when someone moves from their foundational years into full maturity with a clearer sense of purpose. As 2025 draws to a close, we […]
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Youth Innovators Advance Youth-Led Solutions at Liwliwa Ya Sursuro 2.0 Final Pitching
This article was written by the Cordilleran Youth Center as posted on the 𝗦𝗜𝗚𝗟𝗔𝗧 – Baguio Youth Innovation Hub Facebook page. Seven youth teams presented their community-driven solutions during the Liwliwa Ya Sursuro (LYS) 2.0 Final Pitching and Recognition Day held on November 22 at the Baguio City Hall Multipurpose Hall. The event is part […]
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WATCH: Healthy Planet Now, Impact Trailer spotlights climate and health nexus
This Healthy Planet Now impact trailer spotlights how climate pressures are affecting health in several Asian communities, including Del Carmen in the Philippines. Watch it below:
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Kaohsiung, Quezon, Pasig, transport stakeholders reimagine sustainable mobility in 2-day workshop
Local and national government representatives, experts, and local practitioners on sustainable mobility and innovative finance gathered for a 2-day workshop at the Kaohsiung Net Zero Institute on 22-23 October 2025. Held through a collaboration among the Kaohsiung City Government, ICLEI Kaohsiung Capacity Center(KCC), the ICLEI World Secretariat (WS), and the SPARK Project implemented by ICLEI […]
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Youth Climate Action Fund opens; cities invited to join for youth-led local climate action
Bloomberg Philanthropies has opened the next round of its Youth Climate Action Fund in an effort to strengthen young people’s participation in local climate action. The Fund is led by the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University, United Cities and Local Governments, and C40 Cities. Up to 300 local governments will be […]
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[CLOSED] Senior Project Officer (Malaysia)
The ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability Southeast Asia Secretariat (ICLEI SEAS) is looking for a Senior Project Officer for engagements in Malaysia. The position is available from 5 January 2026 at the earliest under the supervision of the ICLEI Southeast Asia Secretariat in Quezon City, Philippines. The contract will have a limited duration for […]
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