Date
19- 20 March 2026
Location
The Warehouse by IT Quarter, Λεμεσός
Language
English
Climate Neutral Blue Cities by 2030: Accelerating Local Change - Η Λεμεσός στην Πορεία για την Κλιματική Ουδετερότητα
The conference “Climate Neutral Blue Cities by 2030: Accelerating Local Change under the EU Cities and Ocean Missions- Η Λεμεσός στην Πορεία για την Κλιματική Ουδετερότητα” is organised by the Municipality of Limassol in the framework of the EU Mission for 100 Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities by 2030.
The Conference is under the auspices of the Cypriot Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026.
As a port city at the crossroads of Europe and the Mediterranean, Limassol is taking a leading role in driving the green and digital transition towards sustainable, resilient, and inclusive urban development. The event will bring together local authorities, research institutions, businesses, investors, and civic organisations from across Europe to exchange knowledge, best practices, and partnerships that accelerate the path to climate neutrality.
The Conference is expected to receive local, regional and international publicity, and will be attended by European personalities who are leaders in governance, policy, research and the field in which they are economically active.
THE CONFERENCE
The conference is an initiative of the Municipality of Limassol, within the framework of its participation in the European Mission for 100 Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities by 2030. Focusing on climate neutrality, urban resilience, and sustainable economic development, the event aspires to serve as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange among all key pillars of the transition.
The main themes of the conference are:
- Limassol’s path toward climate neutrality by 2030
- Urban resilience in environmental and socioeconomic crises
- Energy transition, sustainable mobility, and smart infrastructure
- Innovation and digitalization as accelerators of sustainable development
- Connection with European policies, projects, and networks
- Presentation of best practices, pilot projects, and research outcomes
- Collaborative governance models with the participation of all stakeholders
- Financing for sustainable urban development and the role of the private sector
Conference Objectives:
- Strengthening collective understanding of the challenges and opportunities of the green transition
- Highlighting Limassol’s role as a model city and identifying the needs required to accelerate the transition to climate neutrality
- Promotion of collaborative actions and co-creation of solutions across sectors
AUDIENCE
The conference will bring together local authorities, research institutions, businesses, investors, and civic organisations from across Europe to exchange knowledge, best practices, and partnerships that accelerate the path to climate neutrality.
Agenda
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Day 1 – Thursday 19 March 2026 - Vision, Challenges & Cross-Sector Collaboration
Port and Coastal Cities at the Frontline of Climate Neutrality
Governing the Transition to Climate Neutrality
Day 2 – Friday 20 March 2026 - Enabling the Transition: Finance, Energy, and Design for Climate-Neutral Cities
Agenda
PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Day 1 – Thursday 19 March 2026 - Vision, Challenges & Cross-Sector Collaboration
Port and Coastal Cities at the Frontline of Climate Neutrality
Governing the Transition to Climate Neutrality