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Peter Defranceschi
Head ICLEI Brussels Office
Head Global ICLEI City Food Program
Sessions
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Weaving knowledge: Integrating traditional knowledge and education in environmental sustainability
Stage 6 (Upper level)
20/06/2024, 12:00 - 13:30
Local communities, indigenous peoples and youth can and should play a pivotal role in the practical implementation of sustainable local action but their involvement presents both challenges and advantages. Local…
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Transforming local food systems for global impact
19/06/2024, 14:15 - 15:45
Cities have great potential to tackle many of the challenges we currently face, such as increased severe weather events, biodiversity loss, high rates of isolation, and malnutrition. Transforming our urban…
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The strategic impact of buying: Procurement for non-procurers
Stage 5 (Upper level)
21/06/2024, 13:30 - 15:00
Public procurement is increasingly becoming a way in which cities can achieve their strategic and organizational objectives while also benefiting from emerging innovations that meet their exact needs. This session…