Cities can detoxify their heating systems broadly with collective district heating (DHC). Though a significant endeavour, renovating, developing, or expanding DHC in dense urban areas will ensure long-term, affordable, and large-scale low-carbon energy use.

Local authorities play a crucial role in addressing climate change, and the Covenant of Mayors has been at the forefront of supporting their efforts since 2008. The JRC report provides a comprehensive scientific assessment of the Covenant's pillars of climate change mitigation and adaptation.

Valencia is protecting its citizens from the extreme heat through a network of climate shelters. This innovative adaptation strategy was developed with the help of the Covenant of Mayors and is already in full motion!