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As part of the EU Commission’s initiative, Malmö Municipality is pioneering climate neutrality among 100 European cities by 2030. To realize this vision, Malmö is developing seven sectoral roadmaps, each essential in navigating the path to sustainability. SEI, in close partnership, is conducting thorough analyses to ensure that robust funding mechanisms are in place to support these roadmaps. Additionally, SEI is providing support in the development of a roadmap dedicated to fostering a climate-neutral lifestyle, a cornerstone of Malmö’s sustainability strategy.
The realization of these roadmaps hinges on securing adequate funding. While the city itself shoulders a significant portion of the financial responsibility, it’s imperative to acknowledge that certain costs and investments are shared by citizens and businesses. SEI specifically investigates whether the investors and funding opportunities match the investment needs identified in the seven roadmaps. By addressing potential mismatches, the project aims to develop strategies that facilitates a seamless transition towards sustainability.
In Malmö consumption varies greatly between different households within the municipality, ranging from 3,72 CO2e per person per year in economically disadvantaged areas to nearly 9,98 metric tons of CO2e per person per year in more affluent areas. Transitioning towards more sustainable consumption patterns will have varying effects on households. Notably, household footprints not only reflect socio-economic disparities but are also influenced by strategic life decisions such as residential choices and transportation preferences. SEI’s research underscores the importance of targeted policy interventions tailored to key life events and the critical role of intermediaries in facilitating these transitions.
Building upon previous research, the project adopts a holistic approach towards achieving sustainable consumption. By focusing on absolute reductions in consumption, known as the sufficiency approach. Through in-depth analysis, the project seeks to understand governance mechanisms for sufficiency transitions, identify barriers and enablers for individuals living sufficiently and align policy interventions with the promotion of a good life for all.
Program / This project aims to accelerate investment in viable cities by assessing needs, frameworks and conditions under which financiers and cities can collaborate.
The cities, communities and consumption team primarily addresses issues related to climate change, as well as other environmental and sustainability challenges.
Project / Adaptation AGORA will support the adaptation to climate change by leveraging and step-forwarding best practices, innovative approaches and policy instruments.
Feature / SEI is now developing the Consumption Compass for Swedish municipalities to address their consumption-based emissions.
