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The Covenant and many of its signatories were in Barcelona to discuss how cities and towns can accelerate the climate transition and achieve better living for all.
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.