Over 1200 cities, towns, counties, and their associations worldwide comprise ICLEI's growing membership. ICLEI works with these and hundreds of other local governments through international performance-based, results-oriented campaigns and programs.

ICLEI connects members with other local government leaders and to other relevant actors, including businesses and the academia.

ICLEI helps accelerate cities´ actions towards more resilience at the local level, which will contribute to enhanced sustainability globally.

ICLEI provides members with access to a gateway to solutions, which supports mobilizing local visions to actions.

Membership benefits
ICLEI Membership provides access to a worldwide network of peers allowing its Members to benefit from, and contribute to, the success of others in the global community. Specific benefits of ICLEI membership vary from Member to Member, depending upon their needs and active participation in the Council.