In this episode of Cities 1.5, we bring you another "Tale of Two Cities" - but this time, David sits down with two pioneering mayors from opposite ends of the globe. Despite their vastly different histories, both Athens are Melbourne are inspiring and leading the way through the climate crisis, and mitigating its impacts.We explore Athens is embracing progressive economics and tackling energy poverty, and how Melbourne is transforming and greening urban spaces and trailblazing renewable energy schemes and much more.These urban leaders are protecting city residents from climate impacts, engaging the next generation, and proving that local innovation and leadership is the best way to navigate the climate crisis.
Featured guests:
Haris Doukas, Mayor of Athens
Nick Reece, Lord Mayor of Melbourne
Links:
Inside the World Mayors Summit: Cities throw down the gauntlet - Cities 1.5
Inside the World Mayors Summit: The battle for cities, truth and a fossil fuel free future at COP30 and beyond - Cities 1.5
Athens mayor focuses on getting capital through extreme heat - The Guardian
A blueprint for European cities? Athens announces new initiative to tackle energy poverty - Net Zero Cities
4th Youth Assembly on Climate Change with the participation of University Students - Eliamep
Nick Reece reveals plan to make Melbourne the “Garden City” - Southbank Local News
Melbourne Renewable Energy Project
Disinformation and the City - Melbourne Centre for Cities
What should Melbourne be like in 2050? - Docklands News
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Writing and executive production by Peggy Whitfield.
Narrative and communications support by Chiara Morfeo.
Produced by Jess Schmidt: https://jessdoespodcasting.com/
Edited by Morgane Chambrin: https://www.morganechambrin.com/
Music by Lorna Gilfedder: https://origamipodcastservices.com/