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This week at #LondonClimateActionWeek, #ClimateMayors showed up for U.S. cities on the world stage. Here's what we were up to: 🧵

Climate Mayor Justin Bibb of #Cleveland speaks with @grist.org reporter Jake Bittle on why mayors on the front lines can't afford to wait to act on climate, regardless of what's happening in Washington.

“We want data centers to be a race to the top. We want them to bring on new, clean energy sources, to manage their water hopefully in a way that replaces what they use," said Climate Mayors Chair Emerita Mayor Kate Gallego of Phoenix at Stanford University’s Sustainable Data Center Symposium.

Climate Mayors Lauren McLean of Boise (@boisemayor.bsky.social), @justinmbibb.bsky.social of Cleveland, and Eileen Higgins of Miami break down seven ways cities are hardwiring climate resilience into everyday decisions. Read more in Smart Cities Dive: www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/cities-...

7 ways cities are hardwiring climate action

Embedding climate into procurement, zoning and infrastructure decisions while reframing it as a quality-of-life issue is unlocking support for resilience in Cleveland, Miami and Boise, Idaho.

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Local Power, Global Impact — and these mayors delivered. 💬 “By getting more homes closer to jobs, we're addressing affordability and advancing long-term climate goals." Thank you to @grist.org and moderator Jake Bittle for a powerful conversation.

1 in 5 Americans. 16 cities. One mission: make EV charging affordable and accessible for everyone. 🌎 #ClimateMayors is proud to partner with LACI & C40 Cities on the second City Climate Innovation Challenge to deploy transportation solutions for communities. laincubator.org/secondcitych...

Catch nationally recognized voices in the data center development conversation, #ClimateMayors Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones as they speak at the Sustainable Data Centers Symposium at Stanford University this Friday!

States and cities aren't waiting for Washington. 🌎 A new report highlights #ClimateMayors alongside 4 innovations driving climate progress at the local level — smarter siting, automated permitting, community benefits & public finance. fas.org/publication/...

🌎 On #EarthDay, we’re reminded that #mayors are best positioned to improve people’s lives. All week, #ClimateMayors has been amplifying local initiatives helping cities lower energy costs, reduce emissions, and create stronger communities. THANK YOU, MAYORS!

Our Chair & Boise Mayor Lauren McLean is breaking new ground. Boise is the first U.S. city to pilot geothermal expansion for affordable multifamily housing — backed by a $1M @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social Mayors Challenge award. Read more: www.cityofboise.org/news/mayor/2...

📅 April 20 | San Francisco #ClimateMayors Exec. Director Kate Wright moderates a conversation with Bay Area mayors Raj Salwan, Vicki Veenker & Vice Mayor Melissa Blaustein on what bold, practical climate leadership looks like at the local level. Register: acceleratingthetransition.org

💰 Cities are not waiting for federal grants to fund climate action. @c40cities.bsky.social's new Municipal Finance Playbook shows how to build long-term climate financing into local governance — from utility rates to bonds to public-private partnerships. www.c40knowledgehub.org/s/article/Mu...

Mayor Keisha Chapman & East Point, GA are delivering affordable electricity that's 94% emissions-free ⚡ Their plan: 100% renewable energy for all new demand through solar power 💪 That's #ImpactMultiplied What local climate projects are making a difference where you live? 👇

#ClimateMayor & Dayton Mayor Shenise Turner-Sloss is securing an affordable, reliable future for Dayton — the Gem City Solar Project will power ~14,000 homes, cut energy costs, & move the city closer to 100% renewable electricity by 2040. 🌇 Learn more: www.wdtn.com/news/local-n...

#ClimateMayors Chair & @boisemayor.bsky.social Lauren McLean launches “Keep Boise Cool” — a community climate action guide to make it easier for residents to create custom plans, join events & win eco‑friendly prizes. The Goal: Carbon neutral by 2050 Learn more: www.cityofboise.org/news/public-...

On our Housing Affordability Member Call, Jeff Lubell (ULI Terwilliger Center for Housing) reminded us that developers aren’t anti-climate, they just want certainty & economies of scale! He reveals four barriers that Mayors & cities must address to create more infill:

PODCAST EPISODE! Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego (@mayorgallego.bsky.social) talks with Climate One about delivering energy affordability for her residents, as well as Phoenix’s all of government approach to creating a more resilient city. Listen here: www.climateone.org/audio/cities...

Tampa Mayor and #ClimateMayor Jane Castor met with city residents at a public hearing on extreme heat and listened to residents concerned about climate change, hurricanes and rising costs. 🌎 www.wusf.org/politics-iss...

Climate Mayors brought together two dozen Mayors from across the country and housing experts last week to share ideas of how cities can align housing affordability and climate action. Here are some of the takeaways…

As AI & cloud surge, cities are shaping data center growth to protect communities. ⚡ “Cities can decide where they’re built… so they become an asset,” says Climate Mayors E.D. Kate Wright. Read more at Smart Cities Dive www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/cities-...

Extreme weather is driving up housing costs! Today, #ClimateMayors are coming together to advance solutions that align affordability, resiliency and insurability. Stay tuned for key insights from their discussion so communities everywhere can benefit!

Boise, led by Chair Mayor Lauren McLean, is a winner of the Bloomberg Philanthropies #MayorsChallenge! With $1M, Boise will expand its geothermal system to provide affordable, clean heat for housing — lowering energy costs & creating a model for other cities. 🔗 mayorschallenge.bloomberg.org

💰🏘️ Extreme weather is driving up costs — straining families & slowing new housing. This week, #ClimateMayors meet to share bold solutions for affordable, resilient & insurable homes. Stay tuned for takeaways.

Climate Mayors Chair Boise Mayor Lauren McLean and Executive Director Kate Wright denounce #EPA's loosening of the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS), a major federal protection that has been in place for more than a decade. www.climatemayors.org/post/climate-mayors-epa-loosening-mercury-rules

Repealing the Endangerment Finding means more pollution, more harm, & higher costs for families. Childhood asthma is rising, extreme weather is worsening, and insurance premiums are soaring. But #ClimateMayors like Mayor Davis are fighting back for clean air, healthy communities, and affordability.

🏛️Climate Mayors Executive Director Kate Wright reacts to the Trump administration's move to rescind pollution rules. Read the full statement: www.climatemayors.org/post/endange...

For many Americans, winter storms bring more than freezing temperatures—they bring a financial chill. Spiking energy prices ahead of storms & rising heating costs strain household budgets. #ClimateMayors are investing in resilient energy infrastructure to keep energy affordable & communities safe.

Climate Mayors introduces #DataCenters and the Climate Landscape: An Actionable Resource for U.S. Mayors. This NEW resource equips mayors and senior city staff with answers to the key questions cities are asking about data center development. DOWNLOAD here ⬇️ www.climatemayors.org/data-centers

🎊 Congratulations to Mayor Shawyn Patterson-Howard on her testimony at the Senate Roundtable on Energy Affordability, where she highlighted the tangible progress our network is making to expand clean energy and reduce utility costs for communities nationwide.