This project is funded by the European Union via the Technical Support Instrument, and implemented by Expertise France, KDZ-Centre for Public Administration Research and I4C in cooperation with the European Commission.
Sustainability in Local Public Finance (SLPF)
Building Sustainable Cities By Transforming Finance
Project Overview The SLPF-Project equips European cities with the tools and skills to embed Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Green Agenda into public finance systems. Supported by the EU's Technical Support Instrument, the cities of Bordeaux, Barcelona, Hamburg, and Amsterdam are spearheading innovative financial reforms that optimise resource allocation, amplify social impact, and enable data-driven decisions aligned with SDG targets.
Key Activities
Key Objectives Tailored support for cities: We're working with Bordeaux, Barcelona, Hamburg, and Amsterdam to design and implement custom reforms that align their budgeting and policy frameworks with the SDGs.
Impact Highlights
Enhanced Governance
Inspiring a European Movement: These cities will lead by example, driving the adoption of SDG-based budget practices across the European Union. We will support these efforts by disseminating the knowledge created to other key stakeholders.
SDG Budgeting
The Long-term Goal To transform European cities into exemplars of sustainable urban development by enhancing budgeting practices, optimizing resource allocation, and fostering resilience— catalyzing a ripple effect that resonates across the entire European Union.
Knowledge Exchange
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