Green city officers network

About the Network

The Green City Officers (GCO) Network connects officials from all our EBRD Green Cities. The aim of the network is to facilitate the exchange of experience, profit from each other’s knowledge and together explore and discuss shared issues to further advance climate action in cities.

GCO Knowledge Hub

In addition to regular meetings, we provide our network members with online learning modules and case studies in the fast moving field of climate change.

E-learning modules

This is a collection of external courses and other resources that will support our Green City Officers (and all other interested stakeholders) to build a foundational level of knowledge to foster climate action in their cities.

Some of these modules are free and open to all, for others we provide a subscription to GCO network members.

Climate
Key learning questions:

What strategies and actions can help transition towards a low-emission, climate-resilient development path?
What are examples and expected benefits of climate mitigation and adaptation policies?

How Could We?

Offered by Climate-KIC

Listen to podcasts discussing innovative solutions and ideas for addressing climate change challenges.

Global Warming I: The Science and Modelling of Climate Change

Platform: Coursera, 39 hours to complete, offered by The University of Chicago

This class describes the science of global warming and the forecast for human’s impact on Earth’s climate.

Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

Platform: Coursera, 18 hours to complete, offered by the University of Cape Town

Explore how developing country governments can grow their economies in a climate-friendly way.

From Climate Science to Action

Platform: Coursera, 15 hours to complete, offered by The World Bank Group

Learn about regional climate change impacts and sector-specific strategies to increase resilience and move towards a low-carbon future.

Exploring Our Responses to Climate Change Specialisation

Platform: Coursera, 3 months to complete (Suggested pace of 2 hours/week), offered by the University of Colorado Boulder

The ultimate goal of this specialisation is to empower learners to formulate their own plans for reducing emissions and adapting to future impacts.

Buildings
Key learning questions:

What makes a building green?
How to design, build, and operate buildings from a green perspective?

Green Building Concepts Foundations

Platform: LinkedInLearning, 1.5 hour to complete

Understand what makes a green building and the components of green building ratings systems.

Energy
Key learning questions:

How are energy and climate change policies designed, shaped, advocated and implemented?
What are key business opportunities, challenges, and potential solutions in the renewable energy sector?

Webinars & Events - Clean Energy States Alliance

Offered by Clean Energy States Alliance

Attend webinars and events discussing clean energy policies, technologies, and market trends.

Clean Cities and Communities: Webinars

Offered by U.S. Department of Energy

Explore webinars focusing on clean transportation solutions and community engagement in sustainable practices.

Global Energy and Climate Policy

Platform: Coursera, 13 hours to complete, offered by the University of London

An introduction to the theoretical and practical understanding of how energy and climate change policies are designed, shaped, advocated and implemented.

Renewable Energy and Green Building Entrepreneurship

Platform: Coursera, 18 hours to complete, offered by the Duke University

Define key business opportunities, challenges and potential solutions in the renewable energy and green building sectors.

Nature-based solutions
Key learning questions:

How can we work with nature to design and build our cities?

Urban Nature: Connecting Cities, Nature and Innovation

Platform: Coursera, 13 hours to complete, offered by the Lund University

This course explores urban nature and nature-based solutions in cities in Europe and around the world.

Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)
Key learning questions:

How can a strong understanding of legal, financial, and operational frameworks ensure successful and sustainable public-private partnerships?

APMG International. Public-Private Partnerships Certification Course

Offered by APMG International in partnership with Multilateral Development Banks

This certification course provides comprehensive knowledge on public-private partnerships, covering legal, financial, and operational aspects.

Smart Cities
Key learning questions:

What makes a smart city smart?
How to use smart solutions to tackle problems like traffic and air pollution?
What role do big data play in driving urban innovation?

Smart Cities: Solving Urban Problems Using Technology

Platform: LinkedInLearning, 14m to complete

Learn how sensors that bridge the physical and digital worlds and open-data policies are making governments more agile and more innovative.

Smarter Cities: Using Data to Drive Urban Innovation

Platform: LinkedInLearning, 58m to complete

This course is designed to introduce those with an interest in the future of cities to the idea of urban innovation.

Transport
Key learning questions:

How to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector?
How can data, inclusivity, and electrification be leveraged to design transport systems that are sustainable, efficient, and accessible for all?

Transport Data for Sustainable Mobility

5 weeks (2 hours per week) to complete, offered by the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI)

This course introduces data-driven approaches to transport planning, emphasising the role of data in enhancing mobility systems.

Exploring the World of Electric Buses: Advancing Zero-Emission Public Transport

6 weeks (2 hours per week) to complete, offered by the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI)

Learn about the planning, operation, and maintenance of electric buses, focusing on their environmental and societal benefits.

An Introduction to Gender and Mobility in Emerging Economies

4 weeks (3 hours per week) to complete, offered by the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI)

Explore the intersection of gender and transport, highlighting the importance of inclusive mobility solutions.

Exploring the World of Electric Mobility: Key Concepts and Strategies

6 weeks (3 hours per week) to complete, offered by the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI)

Delve into electric mobility, covering topics like vehicle technology, policy frameworks, and sustainable urban transport integration.

Transforming Urban Mobility - Online Course

Platform: FutureLearn, offered by UCL, GIZ and TUMI

This course examines sustainable urban mobility components, focusing on strategies for transforming transportation systems.

Knowledge hub - EIT Urban Mobility

Offered by EIT Urban Mobility

Access a repository of resources and insights on urban mobility challenges and innovations.

Urban Development
Key learning questions:

What are some of the key trends in urbanisation, decarbonisation and sustainability?
What roles can cities play as engines for greening the economy?

Urban Resilience Essentials - R-Cities Learning Hub

Platform: R-Cities Learning Hub, offered by Resilient Cities Network

Learn foundational concepts of urban resilience, focusing on strategies to enhance cities' ability to withstand and recover from challenges.

Conservation Easements: Legal Principles, Valuation, and Applications

Offered by Lincoln Institute of Land Policy

Understand the legal frameworks, valuation methods, and applications of conservation easements in land use planning.

ICLEI Europe Calendar

Offered by ICLEI Europe

Access a calendar of events and training sessions on sustainable urban development and local governance.

GreenHeritage e-Learning Platform

Offered by GreenHeritage

Explore e-learning modules focused on the protection and conservation of intangible cultural heritage.

Sustainability unlocked

Subscription available for Green City Officers

Content library covering key areas of Sustainability.

Greening the Economy: Sustainable Cities

Platform: Coursera, 7 hours to complete, offered by the Lund University

This course explores sustainable cities as engines for greening the economy in Europe and around the world.

Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development

Platform: Coursera, 9 hours to complete, offered by the University of Michigan

Understand and critically analyse SDGs and their relationship to the world’s most pressing problems.

The Sustainable Development Goals – A global, transdisciplinary vision for the future

Platform: Coursera, 10 hours to complete, offered by the University of Copenhagen

An introduction to SDGs with a specific focus on SDG 13 - Climate Action.

Waste
Key learning questions:

What innovative practices and collaborative approaches can improve the sustainability and effectiveness of modern waste management systems?

Swana Webinars

Offered by SWANA

Participate in webinars covering various aspects of solid waste management, featuring industry experts.

Webinars on Waste Management - be Waste Wise

Offered by be Waste Wise

Engage in webinars focused on sustainable waste management practices and innovations.

Knowledge Libraries
Cities Alliance Knowledge Library

The Cities Alliance Knowledge Library offers a repository of resources focused on urban development, including governance and planning, digital solutions, and resilience.

UN-Habitat Global Urban Lectures

UN-Habitat’s Urban Lectures focus on subjects relating to cities and urbanisation, such as urban regeneration, housing, and nature.

C40 Cities Knowledge Hub

The C40 Cities Knowledge Hub offers case studies, tools and implementation guides surrounding urban climate and environmental action.

Our Vision

Become a Green City

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