ICLEI is represented in the capital of the European Union by the ICLEI Brussels Office. By having a presence in Brussels, ICLEI is amidst the most politically powerful institutions in Europe and representations of regional and local governments and thus in an ideal position to network and represent members where it matters.

The Brussels Office is headed up by Peter Defranceschi. Peter holds a law degree and a Master degree on Human Rights and Democracy in the Mediterranean. He is fluent in English, German, Italian, Spanish, French and Portuguese.

Peter is joined by Project Assistant Marie-Florine Baudot.

Breakfasts at Sustainability's

Breakfasts at Sustainability's are small informal meetings hosted by Bxl Representations of regional and local governments and organised by the ICLEI Brussels Office. Topics covered are related to sustainable community development that are essential to public authorities.

1. The Big Bucks - Cost-effective sustainable public procurement
   
   
2. Financing climate champions – engaging your community in local climate action
   
   
3. What role for biofuels in sustainable urban mobility?
   
   
4. Using water more efficiently – burning issues, current approaches, new alliances at local level
   
   
5. Innovative climate change adaptation: building with nature
   
   
6. Culture and sustainable energy - today and tomorrow
   
   
7. Urban sustainable food supply: a win-win strategy
   
   
8. How to organise sustainable meetings and events in Brussels
   
   
9. Smart procurement - reducing costs and saving energy
   
   
10. Capitals of Biodiversity – European municipalities lead the way in local biodiversity protection

For further information on how to contact the ICLEI Brussels Office, click here.