Unleashing the power of urban just transitions
With nearly 16 million green jobs worldwide, mega-cities are key to driving inclusive growth and breaking with past economic inequalities. This demands people-centred policies at all levels, open dialogue with workers and unions, investment in social protections, and funding for a locally-led just transition.
Inequality is rising fastest in cities and mayors are taking action—delivering jobs, closing skills gaps, and cutting emissions through local Green New Deal projects. Yet, more investment is essential to accelerate progress.
At U20 and COP29, mayors are urging national governments to boost urban climate finance, dedicate at least 40% of climate funds to local projects supporting low-income communities, workers, and vulnerable groups, and deepen collaboration with subnational leaders on policy design and implementation through initiatives like CHAMP.
C40 Cities’ resources show how cities can partner with governments, unions, businesses, youth, and communities to create good, green jobs for all.
