Dublin City Council receives prestigious EU Climate Label
Dublin City Council is excited to announce that it has today received the EU Mission Label, an award acknowledging the hard work to-date by the city council, national government, academia, private sector, and most importantly by the people living, and working in the city to make Dublin a city leading in climate action.
The announcement was made at a ceremony in Vilnius, Lithuania this morning.
Dublin is one of 112 cities that were selected to be part of the EU Mission for 100 Climate Neutral and Smart Cities in April 2022. As a Mission City, Dublin City Council developed a climate city contract which included a climate action plan and an investment plan that set out the journey to climate neutrality.
The Climate City Contract was reviewed by the European Union, who assessed it for its ambition to achieve climate neutrality, and how it will deliver through collaboration and partnership with stakeholders across the city to 2030 and beyond; as climate action that improves quality of life in the city requires everyone doing their part - from not wasting food, to supporting the delivery of district heating.
Receiving the Mission Label is a key milestone on this journey to 2030 and beyond. With the EU Mission Label, the city and those working with us to achieve neutrality will have access to additional supports to unlock opportunities that accelerate our transition.
The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Emma Blain said, “Dublin is proud to have received the EU Mission Label, it is an acknowledgement of the progress we have made together as a city to address the climate crisis. 2030 is a few years away and more work needs to be done, the city council is committed to working closely with you to accelerate action.”
Taoiseach Michael Martin said, “Having encouraged both Dublin and Cork to participate in the very worthy EU Mission for 100 Climate Neutral Cities, I am delighted that both cities have achieved this milestone. The Mission Label affirms Cork and Dublin, and more broadly Ireland as leaders in climate action.”
Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy Darragh O’Brien said, “While the challenges we face are significant, moments like this remind us of the strength and resilience within us. The awarding of the EU Mission Label to Dublin and Cork is a powerful symbol of our shared hope and determination to build a better future – one where we continue moving forward and taking meaningful action to protect our people today and for generations to come.”
Dublin City Council Chief Executive Richard Shakespeare said, “The Mission Label is a recognition of the power of collaboration to achieve a common goal. This is a marathon, and there are many more miles to go, we will continue our momentum and work together with you – academia, private sector and citizens – to make this city vibrant, innovative and resilient. Join us in making Dublin a global leader in climate action.”
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