1 minute read / April 20, 2026
Following a Commission Decision and in partnership with the International Energy Agency, the EU will work with global partners to help cities become cleaner and more sustainable, while also improving how energy from renewable sources is stored and used. This collaboration will help turn climate goals into practical solutions that benefit people in their daily lives, from cleaner air in cities to more reliable green energy.
The Cities Technology Collaboration Programme (Cities TCP) aims to help cities accelerate their decarbonisation journey. It builds on the work of urban-related programmes, connecting it with the needs of cities across world regions to support local decision-making and implementation. By joining the Cities TCP, the Commission will strengthen its international cooperation activities under the Urban Transitions Mission, as the global outreach of the EU Mission on Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities, and link with the activities of the Driving Urban Transitions (DUT) European Partnership.
