Press Release: Environment: Bristol European Green Capital 2015

The UK city of Bristol has won the European Green Capital Award for 2015. The award was presented by EU Environment Commissioner Janez Potočnik at a ceremony in Nantes, France, which currently holds the title, on Friday 14 June 2013.

Bristol received recognition for its investment plans in the areas of transport and energy, and especially for its commitment to act as a true role model for the green economy in Europe and beyond. Its communication and social media strategy were also highlighted as a real call to action for its citizens.

• Primary Source

European Commission: Rapid: SPEECH/13/535: The importance of green cities http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_SPEECH-13-535_en.htm

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