| Description | The article examines the crucial role of the academic sector in supporting Climate City Contracts (CCCs) within the EU Mission “100 Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities by 2030.” It argues that climate neutrality is a complex societal transformation requiring robust scientific evidence, interdisciplinary analysis, and long-term strategic thinking. Universities and research institutions contribute by providing data, modelling decarbonisation pathways, fostering innovation, and building local capacities. Through participatory approaches such as living labs and co-creation, academia also enhances social acceptance and legitimacy of climate actions. The article concludes that sustained collaboration between cities and academic institutions is essential for translating climate ambition into effective and resilient urban transformation. |
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