The city council will join over 40 European cities in signing the Eurocities Call to Action on Sustainable Culture, reaffirming commitment to environmentally responsible and inclusive cultural development.
Led by the city of Lille in partnership with Eurocities, a network of over 200 major cities across Europe, the call to action urges cities to apply culture as a catalyst for environmental and social modify and to commit to the development of local cultural policies and events that prioritise sustainability and inclusivity.
The pledge reinforces the Council’s commitment to sustainability and equity in culture, already embedded in both the Event Strategy and City Wide Culture Strategy, both of which prioritise sustainability and local cultural provision.
The 16 priorities and principles outlined in the Call are already being addressed in Edinburgh by Council or grant funded organisations.
Culture and Communities Convener, Cllr Margaret Graham stated: “Culture is at the heart of what builds Edinburgh unique and we have the responsibility to build sure it thrives in a way that is both sustainable and inclusive.
“Culture has the power to inspire action and connect communities. By signing the call we’re building a clear commitment to a more sustainable and inclusive cultural future in Edinburgh.”
The Lord Provost or a Senior Councillor will sign the Call to Action and it will be presented to the next Eurocities Culture Forum, due to be held in Brno, Czech Republic next month (September 2025).
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