Living Cities Earth

We are action-researchers, pioneering integral urban development, acting as a vital mycelium network within the urban ecosystem. Much like the intricate underground mycelium that connects the roots of plants, enabling exchange of nutrients and information, LCE weaves together grassroots organisations, communities, and top-down city, bio-regional, business, finance, and governance structures. We ensure that the voices, needs, and innovations of citizens are not only heard but seamlessly integrated into larger systemic strategies. LCE’s role as this living network facilitates a bidirectional flow of knowledge and resources, mirroring the mycelium’s ability to transport vital resources to where they are most needed. In this way, we create thriving ecosystems where all parts—from small community groups to large governance bodies—contribute to and benefit of the collective well-being of the whole. Through this process, we catalyse the co-creation of solutions that are both innovative and regenerative. Grassroots organisations contribute creativity, resilience, and a deep understanding of local challenges, while city governance, businesses, and financial institutions provide the scale, resources, and strategic oversight necessary for transformative change. Together, they can cultivate environments where life flourishes, nurturing cities that are resilient, inclusive, and adaptable. As the world’s largest integral city development community, LCE unites leading practitioners from diverse fields to tackle global challenges through innovative, multidisciplinary approaches. Our team offer guidance, support and ultimately training that makes these skills available locally, because global challenges must be met with local action, where the decisions of those deeply invested in their communities create positive, impactful change. Our mission is audacious: inspire, empower, & interconnect 1 million local and global leaders of positive change, co-creating thriving cities.