Abstract
The need for cities to engage in climate action stems from a combination of factors that comprise both their contribution to climate change and their critical role in mitigating its effects. Cities are subject to the direct impacts of climate change, including rising sea levels, more frequent extreme weather events, heatwaves and urban heat island effects. These threaten infrastructure, economies and livelihoods, necessitating robust climate resilience and adaptation strategies. Learning initiatives that support climate action are urgently needed to address climate change in cities. This article presents an international evaluation of the learning tools used to support climate action in cities. This assessment is underpinned by lifelong learning theory. Using a case study approach, involving 34 cities around the world, this study describes the means deployed to promote climate action and the learning outcomes associated with them.