Infographic: The Mayors Challenge, by the numbers

Ever since its launch in 2013, the Bloomberg Philanthropies Mayors Challenge has empowered city leaders from around the world to tackle their most pressing concerns.

Mayors Challenge impact: A look back at previous winners

Here's how past winners of a one-of-a-kind ideas competition addressed their toughest challenges—and the impact they were able to create as a result.

Why the EU’s ‘innovation capital’ is a model for cities worldwide

Some people know Leuven, a Belgium city of 100,000 not far from Brussels, for its beer: It’s home to both Stella Artois and the world’s largest brewer, AB InBev.

6 city innovations that are powering the rollout of electric vehicles

Local governments are perfectly positioned to effect change — whether that’s by encouraging residents to buy EVs, by building out the necessary charging infrastructure, or by purchasing EVs for the

Inspired by Stockholm’s success, a U.S. city goes big on biochar

Biochar is nothing new in Minneapolis.

How to make innovation capacity stick for the long haul

One of the most recent and important developments in local government these days is for cities to hire 

The future of city innovation

This is a critical time for city leaders across the United States and around the world.

How residents can help cities stand up to extreme weather

When Cha