The Reference Framework for Sustainable Cities (RFSC) is an online self-assessment tool to assist city planners, leaders and private organisations in the development and implementation of sustainable city strategies. It was developed to support the vision integrated urban development in cities across Europe and delivery of the Leipzig Charter on Sustainable European Cities.

The RFSC provides a step-by-step approach to managing a project for cities of any size. The tool allows you to check your strategy and monitor progress against 30 sustainability objectives based on the five dimensions – economic, environmental, social, spatial and governance.

The RFSC is currently managed by the French Ministry of Housing and Sustainable Homes, the Council of European Municipalities and Regions, the CEREMA, a public body in support of national and local authorities in the field of sustainable development, and the French network of planning agencies (FNAU).

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