In the framework of the UN Climate Change Conference (Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, 23rd Conference of the Parties, COP 23) the City of Freiburg, the City of Hannover, the City of Cape Town, GIZ, Engagement Global and Connective Cities will host a side event on Friday, 10.11.2017.

The session on “Reducing energy consumption down to 50% realistic target or fairy tale? Local experiences and international exchange” will tackle both the contribution of the local level to reducing energy consumption and the potential of peer learning between cities. Three cities will share their very own strategies and experiences in this field. This local action can benefit a lot from peer learning among cities on an international level. Partnership programs and expert networks facilitate this exchange.

The aim of the interactive panel and discussion is the exchange of experience and networking on the contribution of cities to the reduction of energy consumption. Sharing experience and showing the value of peer learning and municipal partnerships.

The event will take place at Talanoa Space at Cop 23 on Friday, 10.11.2017 from 10-11 a.m.