Covenant of Mayors

Covenant of Mayors East (CoM East) is the EU-funded project aimed at introducing the EU climate and energy initiative to the Eastern Partnership countries. CoM East supports local authorities in implementing sustainable energy policies, reducing their dependence on fossil fuel, improving the security of energy supply, and facilities their contribution to climate change mitigation and adaptation.

The CoM is the mainstream European voluntary movement involving local authorities in the development and implementation of sustainable energy and climate policies. The CoM initiative aims to engage and support cities and towns to commit to reaching the EU climate mitigation and adaptation targets. Signatory cities pledge action to support implementation of the EU 40% greenhouse gas-reduction target by 2030 and the adoption of a joint approach to tackling mitigation and adaptation to climate change.

Work activities include:

• providing an action framework adapted to local needs
• offering practical tools and guidance on financing climate and energy initiatives, helping them develop and implement action plans
• capacity building: peer to peer exchange, city twinning activities, webinars or online discussions
• supporting monitoring and self-assessment to track progress, exchange insights, and improve their strategies through peer review
• enhancing cooperation with national and regional governments to provide additional support, helping local actions align with broader climate goals