Collaboration

Collaboration is central to the success of public-private partnerships

We discuss setting up the right type of partnership for specific project types and identifying organisations that have the resource and expertise that will add value for cities. 

Sessions here will focus primarily on the establishment of PPPs and shine a spotlight on successes where cities have worked with a range of different stakeholders, including local industry and academia, technology/consulting/engineering firms, banks and financial institutions (public or private).

The aim is to present as many successful of pilots as possible, particularly any that have scaled beyond pilot schemes.

Why Attend?

1. Focus on Collaboration and Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs): Given the importance of these partnerships in climate action, attendees can expect sessions dedicated to establishing PPPs and showcasing successful collaborations between cities and various stakeholders, including local industry, academia, technology firms, and financial institutions. Learning about successful PPP models and case studies will equip city authority employees with actionable insights to accelerate the implementation of sustainable solutions in their own cities.
2. Knowledge Sharing and Networks: The summit provides a platform for city authorities to engage in knowledge sharing and network building. Sessions will cover topics such as capacity building, sustainable procurement, and advocacy, offering opportunities to learn from peers and partner organizations like C40 and R-Cities. City authority employees can gain valuable insights into successful examples of city-to-city collaboration and knowledge-sharing, enabling them to adopt and adapt best practices for their own climate action initiatives.

	Key sessions covering Policy Deployment Working collaboratively with other cities to set and achieve ambitious climate policy  Knowledge sharing, learning networks and advocacy Policy co-creation and local capacity
	Key sessions covering Climate Financing The role of PPPs in lowering the barrier to private investment in urban climate action  Mobilisation of private capital  Risk mitigation and financial viability
	Key sessions covering Technology Deployment Striking effective PPPs for environmental living labs and rollouts  Technology transfer and upscaling Market access and commercialisation

In summary, attending CCAS provides city authority employees with the knowledge, resources, and connections needed to advance climate action efforts in their respective cities. From learning about successful PPP models to engaging in knowledge sharing with peer cities, the summit offers valuable opportunities for collaboration and learning that can drive meaningful progress towards sustainability and resilience.