This episode discusses the concept of silos in climate governance and the role of the EU Cities Mission in bridging these silos. Naghmeh Nasiritousi, senior research fellow at the Swedish Institute of International Affairs, explains how silos hinder effective climate action and the importance of addressing them. The conversation highlights the need for governance innovations, such as the EU Cities Mission, to bring together various actors and sectors to achieve climate neutrality in cities. The mission's boundary-spanning nature and its potential to bridge silos are emphasized, along with the challenges posed by structural issues like power imbalances and competing interests.
