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UF25 Kick-off: Mathis Hampel, Gerald Babel-Sutter, Hanna Zdanowska, Adam Pustelnik, Michał Piernikowski, Maciej Riemer, Karolina Taczalska, Anna Wierzbicka, Jakub Paduch, Daria Woszczyk

Łódź Prepares To Host The Better-Cities Event

The vibrant city of Łódź is set to take center stage from May 21-23, 2025, as it hosts Urban Future 2025 (UF25) – Europe’s most prominent gathering of innovators and change-makers dedicated to building sustainable cities. In preparation for the main event, Polish urban innovators are already mobilizing.

Lan Marie Nguyen Berg sharing her story at the "Cities F*ck Up Show" at Urban Future in Rotterdam

Urban Future 2024 is a wrap!

Urban Future 2024 in Rotterdam successfully concluded with a focus on climate adaptation, social inclusion, and bold leadership. The City’s F*ckUp Show featured inspiring stories of failure and resilience from notable figures. Attendees explored sustainable initiatives on field trips. Next stop: Łódź 2025, promising innovation and collaboration for sustainable urban development.

nitiator Lodewijk Hoekstra (knielend) met de enthousiaste vertegenwoordigers van de winnende gemeenten: v.l.n.r. gemeente Meppel, gemeente Kaag en Braassem, gemeente Amstelveen en gemeente Haarlem (gemeente Haarlemmermeer won twee prijzen, maar was n

Groene Stad Challenge editie 2023 Hoofddorp en Nijeveen kampioen vergroenen

Hoofddorp and Nijeveen crowned champions of the 2023 Green City Challenge for their successful efforts in urban greening. The analysis revealed a stagnation in overall greening, but highlighted the potential for increased green spaces in cities and towns. The challenge will continue with a new format focusing on climate adaptation, health, and biodiversity.

CityChangers dancing at the UF24 Opening Ceremony in Rotterdam

Urban Future in Rotterdam Celebrates Ten Years of Inspiring Sustainable Urban Enthusiasts

Urban Future 2024 celebrates the tenth anniversary of the conference with 2,000 attendees from 50 countries. City leaders learn from Rotterdam's journey towards sustainability while discussing the crucial role of cities in climate adaptation. The launch of "The CityChangers Cookbook" inspires to make a difference in their own communities.

CityChangers will meet soon at #UF24 in Rotterdam.

One week until Urban Future 2024

Urban Future 2024 conference in Rotterdam is just one week away, bringing together changemakers, urban enthusiasts, and city leaders. The event at Rotterdam Ahoy boasts 270 speakers, 100 partners, 65 sessions, 35 field trips, and 20 side events. Media representatives can sign up for interviews with Europe's top mayors, urban planners, and sustainability experts.

Join Europe's most inspiring event for sustainable cities in Rotterdam!

Media accreditation for Urban Future is open!

Media accreditation is open for Urban Future 2024 in Rotterdam, the leading event for sustainable cities. Opportunities for journalists, bloggers, and podcasters to cover the event and engage with urban change-makers. Free media passes available, media partners wanted, and support offered for content creation. Opening press conference on June 5 in Rotterdam Ahoy.

CityChangers will gather in Rotterdam © UFGC | Sophia van den Hoek

Eerste 60 namen van Urban Future 2024 in Rotterdam bekend met onder andere Rutger Bregman, Janet Sanz en locoburgemeester van Parijs Christophe Najdovski

Urban Future 2024 in Rotterdam will feature over 60 speakers, including Rutger Bregman, Janet Sanz, and Paris Deputy Mayor Christophe Najdovski. The event, from June 5-7, will focus on green, social, and digital elements in urban landscapes. Themes include climate adaptation, sustainable city building, and leadership skills for urban change.

CityChangers will gather in Rotterdam from June 5-7, 2024.

Urban Future 2024: First 60 Speakers and Programme Unveiled

Urban Future 2024 in Rotterdam will gather green, social, and digital change-makers for a conference showcasing Europe's most inspiring event for sustainable cities. The lineup includes 200 speakers, 60 sessions, 35 field trips, and 20 side events focusing on climate adaptation, sustainable cities, and personal growth. Mayors and city officials from 60 cities have already signed up to attend.

A podcast for people who care about their city.

Urban Future Launches “The CityChangers Podcast” to Inspire Urban Transformations

Urban Future has launched "The CityChangers Podcast," aiming to inspire urban transformations and create more sustainable cities. The podcast explores innovative ideas, success stories, and strategies for positive urban transformations. Each episode features a thought leader sharing their experiences. The podcast will be released every second week and can be accessed on CityChangers.

A podcast for people who care about their city.

Urban Future Launches “The CityChangers Podcast” to Inspire Urban Transformations

Urban Future has launched "The CityChangers Podcast", which aims to inspire urban transformations and create more sustainable cities. The podcast features thought leaders and experts discussing innovative ideas, success stories, and strategies for positive urban change. Listeners can expect fresh episodes every two weeks on their favorite streaming platforms.

Speakers and organisers of the Urban Future Kick-off. From left to right: Antonio Miguel Castro, Oscar van Veen, Gerald Babel-Sutter, Dave Geensen, Chantal Zeegers, Jop Spoelstra, Barbara Luns

The city of Rotterdam is getting ready for Urban Future 2024

Rotterdam is the place to be for all CityChangers from June 5 to 7, 2024. On September 26, Chantal Zeegers, Vice Mayor of Rotterdam and Gerald Babel-Sutter, CEO of Urban Future have invited active and innovative organisations within the area to get involved in Europe’s most inspiring event for sustainable cities – Urban Future 2024 (#UF24).

Europe's most inspiring event on sustainable cities is coming to Rotterdam. Be part of #UF24 and join the Kick-off on September 26, 2023.

Press Invitation: The city of Rotterdam is getting ready for Urban Future 2024.

Dutch ‘CityChangers’ are joining forces to host Europe’s most inspiring event for sustainable cities that is coming to Rotterdam on June 5-7, 2024. On September 26, Chantal Zeegers, Vice Mayor of Rotterdam and Gerald Babel-Sutter, CEO of Urban Future have invited Rotterdam’s most active and innovative organisations within the field of urban sustainability to the Kick-off for #UF24.

It has been a memorable three days to learn, laugh, connect, and get inspired! From June 21-23, Stuttgart has been the global center for sustainable urban development. In 2024, Urban Future will be held in Rotterdam.

That was #UF23! More than 2000 CityChangers joined the Urban Future Conference in Stuttgart

Urban Future fever in Stuttgart
The euphoria was almost tangible. More than 2000 CityChangers from 71 countries met in Stuttgart to discuss how to make cities better. Mayor Dr. Frank Nopper about Stuttgart as hosting city: "Stuttgart is the ideal venue to host this important event for sustainable cities. The German Sustainability Congress has named Stuttgart Germany's most sustainable city in 2

"Wie machen wir unsere Städte besser?" Das ist die zentrale Frage der Urban Future Konferenz in Stuttgart. Unterschiedliche Nachhaltigkeitsprojekte wie die "Wilde Klimawand" können im Rahmen der 3 Konferenztage besichtigt werden.

Mit der Urban Future startet der Sommer der Nachhaltigkeit in Stuttgart

Im Juni kommt Europas wichtigste Konferenz für nachhaltige Städte nach Stuttgart. Die Urban Future ist der Auftakt von einer Reihe spannender Veranstaltungen zum Thema Nachhaltigkeit. Es geht um die Frage: Wie machen wir unsere Städte besser? Die Einladung der Initiatoren an die Bürgerinnen der Stadt ist deutlich: Mitreden, Mitmachen, Mitentscheiden!

Die größte europäischen Konferenz für nachhaltige Stadtentwicklung kommt nach Stuttgart. Damit wird die Stadt zum internationalen Treffpunkt für Macher:innen aus Wirtschaft & Politik.

Urban Future kommt 2023 nach Deutschland: Das Programm ist online

Nachhaltige Stadtentwicklung in all ihren Facetten – Energie, Mobilität, Wohnen und Leben. Darum geht es im Juni in Stuttgart auf der Urban Future Konferenz. Die mehr als 2.500 Teilnehmer:innen erwartet ein volles Programm. Acht thematische Brennpunkte werden in mehr als 60 Sessions beleuchtet.

Thank you all inspirational Speakers, CityChangers, Young Leaders: See you in Stuttgart 2023.

And it’s a wrap! Urban Future 2022 in Helsingborg, Sweden

At the beginning of June 2022, Urban Future 22 gathered 1500+ CityChangers from all fields and hierarchies from across the globe. During three intense days, thousands of new personal connections had been made between the 1,500 CityChangers from 350+ cities.

Drive change on the go with the #UF22 app

Drive change on the go with the #UF22 app

The app lets attendees customise their conference experience. Get your ticket now and you too can use the app to tailor the event exactly to your needs!

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At Urban Future you meet people who drive change to make our cities more sustainable. Be it mayors, architects, mobility experts, city planners, scientists, sustainability managers, representatives from start ups, environmentalists, innovation experts or others. What unites them is their passion for better cities.

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