Barcelona Province at the climate frontline: Meet Marc Serra Solé, EU Covenant Board Member and Deputy Chair for Climate and Energy Transition

From supporting municipalities in reaching their energy and climate targets to scaling renewable energy investments and strengthening adaptation measures, Barcelona Province is working to ensure its communities are better prepared for the changing Mediterranean climate.  

Fresh from participating in COP30, Marc Serra Solé, Deputy Chair for Climate and Energy Transition, emphasises the crucial role of local governments in global climate governance and the need for stronger recognition and support in international decision-making. 

As a member of the EU Covenant of Mayors Board, Serra Solé brings the perspective of a region on the climate frontline while connecting local priorities with Europe-wide ambitions. In our conversation, he shares insights into Barcelona Province’s most transformative initiatives and explains why empowering local authorities and citizens is essential to delivering an effective and just climate transition. 

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