http://krakow.pl pl-pl Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:48:09 +0100 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news/289075,2357,komunikat,waves_of_transformation___gds-index_2024_report_published.html 289075 The GDS-Index 2024 report, titled Waves of Transformation, recognises cities that have made significant progress in sustainability, highlighting their commitment to sustainable tourism and event management. ]]> Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:46:16 +0100 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news/273388,2357,komunikat,_wide_open_for_sustainable_meetings__.html 273388 We are pleased to announce that we have started a new series of posts “Wide open for sustainable meetings” on implementation of use of greenery at events and more broadly on the sustainable development of our city. We are happy to see MICE companies taking numerous and creative steps to work in harmony with nature. ]]> Fri, 08 Nov 2024 11:50:31 +0100 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news_from_krakow/288291,251,komunikat,krakow___the_perfect_place_for_a_city_break.html 288291 In an online competition announced by Travelist.pl for the best destinations for an autumn city break, Krakow was selected as a runner-up. First place went to Gdańsk, followed closely by Krakow and Wrocław. ]]> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:55:16 +0100 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news_from_krakow/288290,251,komunikat,the_results_of_the_krakow_barometer_have_been_announced.html 288290 Residents are satisfied with life in Krakow, especially appreciating the attractiveness of the city’s cultural offer and the quality of its green spaces, while pointing to air quality, increasing the number of parking spaces and combatting noise as areas for further improvement – these are the main findings of the most recent Krakow Barometer. ]]> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:33:59 +0100 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news_from_krakow/288287,251,komunikat,we_are_working_to_ensure_better_air_quality_for_the_residents_of_krakow_.html 288287 The government has approved a draft amendment to the Act on Electromobility and Alternative Fuels for further work. The proposal, which will be sent to the Sejm, stipulates that in the case of cities with more than 100,000 inhabitants, the establishment of a Clean Transport Zone will be mandatory if the legal limit for nitrogen dioxide (NO2) concentrations is exceeded. ]]> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:12:42 +0100 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news/288283,2357,komunikat,climate_city_contract_for_krakow.html 288283 ‘The Climate City Contract for Krakow’ is a strategic document that was developed as part of the EU’s Mission ‘100 Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities by 2030’, which Krakow joined in 2022. Krakow is on its way to becoming climate-neutral. ]]> Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:56:42 +0100 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news/287980,2357,komunikat,stop_smog_programme.html 287980 Replacement/removal of heat sources and thermal modernisation in 110 single-family buildings in the Municipality of Krakow. A task co-financed from the state budget under: “Agreement No. 4/2021/Krakow for the co-financing of low-emission projects from the funds of the Thermo-Modernisation and Renovation Fund.” ]]> Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:57:20 +0200 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news_from_krakow/287979,251,komunikat,new_plastics_recycling_plant.html 287979 A Municipal Waste Recycling Facility is being built in the area of Igołomska and Cementowa Streets, on a post-industrial site in Nowa Huta. The opening of the Plastics Recycling Plant on 30 September marked the completion of the first phase of this Project. ]]> Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:48:16 +0200 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news/287977,2357,komunikat,councillors_adopt_resolution_on_tourism_levy.html 287977 For years, Krakow has advocated the introduction of a tourism levy in Poland by amending the Act on Local Taxes and Fees, and on 9 October, councillors unanimously decided to forward a resolution on this matter to the Polish government. ]]> Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:38:05 +0200 https://convention.krakow.pl/english/news_from_krakow/287973,251,komunikat,peak_of_the_tourist_season_in_krakow___summary.html 287973 During the summer holidays, between June and August, Krakow welcomed more than 4.5 million visitors, and with the high tourist season coming to an end, it is the perfect moment to summarise the city’s activities in this regard. ]]> Wed, 30 Oct 2024 13:28:26 +0100