On July 2025, project partners from across the Cool Neighbourhoods of Interreg North-West Europe (NWE) regions came together in Luxembourg for the latest transnational partner meeting. The two-day event was a powerful combination of learning, reflection, and future planning—set against the backdrop of inspiring local transformation.
A Big Thank You to Our Hosts
We extend our deepest thanks Cool Neighbourhoods partners Differdange, PRO-SUD, and Ettelbruck for their generous hospitality and thoughtful organisation. The meeting not only ran smoothly but highlighted the leadership role that smaller municipalities can play in tackling climate change and championing innovative solutions for liveability and urban cooling.
The Cool Neighbourhoods Partnership
What We Covered
The meeting was both energising and action-oriented. Discussions and workshops spanned several of the project’s core components, with partners contributing insights, updates, and practical strategies. Highlights included:
- 🌡️ A deep dive into the Neighbourhood Heat Stress Action Plans (NHSAPs), with updates from pilot cities and ongoing training development
- 📊 Review of pilot results and forward planning for the Cool Neighbourhoods Liveability Index, which is helping cities track progress on green transformation and citizen wellbeing
- 🌱 Site visits to Differdange and Ettelbruck, showcasing tangible examples of how grey urban spaces are being reimagined into climate-resilient, multifunctional areas
- 🎓 A live demonstration of the Cool Neighbourhoods e-training platform, followed by partner feedback on usability, content, and delivery methods
- 💬 Peer-to-peer exchange sessions on stakeholder engagement, citizen science, and impact measurement, enabling practical knowledge sharing across the consortium
Looking Ahead
This meeting reaffirmed our collective mission to support cities and neighbourhoods across North-West Europe in becoming cooler, greener, and more liveable—especially in the face of growing climate pressures. The spirit of collaboration, co-creation, and local leadership was clear throughout every session.
We are proud of the progress made to date and even more motivated for the next stages of the project. Thank you to all partners for your ideas, commitment, and continued energy.
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