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ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability

ICLEI is a global network of more than 2,500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. Active in 125+ countries, ICLEI influences policy and drives local action for low-emission, nature-based, equitable urban growth.

Website: www.iclei.org

ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability is a global network working with more than 2,500 local and regional governments committed to sustainable urban development. Active in 125+ countries, ICLEI influences sustainability policy and drives local action for low-emission, nature-based, equitable, resilient and circular development.

ICLEI brings a strong urban component to national and global sustainability policies and translates these policies into action. The organization supports cities, towns and regions to anticipate and respond to complex challenges, from rapid urbanization and climate change to ecosystem degradation and inequity. ICLEI's goal is to create systemic change in urban areas through practical, integrated solutions.

ICLEI creates connections among different levels of government, advocating for robust national and global sustainability policies that reflect the interests of local and regional governments and their communities. Through its collective efforts to build a sustainable urban world, ICLEI is shifting the trajectory of global development.

Staff & Experts

Meet the staff and experts from ICLEI that form part of UrbanShift's team.

Maryke van Staden

Director of Business Development & Carbonn Climate Center ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability

Karishma Asarpota

Officer, Urbanism and Climate Action ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability

Bhaskar Padigala

UrbanShift Country Coordinator for India ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability

Evgenia Mitroliou

Senior Officer, Integrated Climate Action ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability

Matteo Bizzotto

Senior Officer, Global Communications ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability

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