2026 Innovate4Cities Conference

The Innovate4Cities Conference (I4C26) is coming to Nairobi, Kenya on 21–24 June 2026. Co-hosted by UN-Habitat and the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM), I4C26 will bring together city leaders, researchers, innovators, and climate experts to connect science, policy, practice, and innovation for a sustainable urban future.

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Innovate4Cities

What is Innovate4Cities?

Innovate4Cities (I4C) is the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM)’s city-focused research and innovation initiative. Built around the needs of cities, I4C connects policy, practice, and science – locally and globally – to unlock climate solutions at speed and scale. Through hosting dedicated spaces for knowledge exchange, global conferences, and pioneering research and innovation outputs, I4C creates and strengthens opportunities for cities across the globe to turn ambition into action.

Tackling Climate Change and Building a Resilient Future for All

Do you live in a city? Home looks different for each of us, but more than half of the world’s population calls a city home. By 2050, that number will soar to 70%. Cities are not just where we live; they are the building blocks of our future.

As we face the growing challenges of climate change, cities sit on the frontlines — and in the driver’s seat. Mayors are not just local leaders, they are global climate champions.

To keep Earth livable and limit warming, we must act now to build net-zero, resilient, and equitable communities.

The Global Research and Action Agenda on Cities and Climate Change Science

The Global Research and Action Agenda for Cities and Climate Change Science (GRAA) brings together the latest research, practical experiences, and innovative approaches to urban climate action. The GRAA identifies critical knowledge gaps and outlines action priorities that can drive progress, creating a shared roadmap for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers worldwide.

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Online Info Session: Navigating the I4C26 Call for Sessions Proposals

Online Info Session: Navigating the I4C26 Call for Sessions Proposals

Are you planning to co-create knowledge and action with us at the 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference (I4C26)? The 2026 Innovate4Cities Conference (I4C26) is the fourth global convening at the crossroads of city climate science, decision-making, and implementation. Co-hosted by the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate & Energy (GCoM) and UN-Habitat, it brings together the people … read more

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How to submit a session proposal for I4C26 (step-by-step)

How to submit a session proposal for I4C26 (step-by-step)

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The Oceania Pilot of the GCoM Climate Innovation Readiness Navigator

The Oceania Pilot of the GCoM Climate Innovation Readiness Navigator

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