Union of the Baltic Cities – Sustainable Cities Commission

Union of the Baltic Cities Sustainable Cities Commission is one of the thematic Commissions of the Union of the Baltic Cities (UBC). Union of the Baltic Cities is a voluntary, proactive network mobilizing the shared potential of its member cities for democratic, economic, social, cultural and environmentally sustainable development of the Baltic Sea Region.

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Municipalities across the Baltic Sea Region are facing increasing climate‑related risks, while working under very different local conditions, capacities, and governance frameworks. To better support this work, the ClimaResponse project is developing a digital platform tailored to help municipalities implement more effective climate adaptation measures: participate in a short survey on climate adaptation capacity and preparedness!

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24/03
2026
Conference banner: People and Planet
Lahti
The third People and Planet Conference will bring together researchers, businesses, and practical actors to explore scientific findings and innovative solutions for planetary health. Together, we will examine the synergies and contradictions between biodiversity, health, and the economy, and discuss how to foster vibrant regions that benefit both people and the rest of nature. Our aims are:
31/03
2026
Banner of the Module 3 in the Climate budget training course
Online
This module focuses on building a robust climate actions portfolio grounded in existing strategies and supported by credible emissions data. Participants learn how emissions baselines and action-level calculations are developed, including data sources and emissions factors, and how challenges are addressed in practice.

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