Liverpool ranks 152nd globally and 79th for environment in Oxford Economics index

Liverpool has been named one of the world's leading sustainable cities in the 2026 Oxford Economics Global Cities Index. The city ranks 152nd out of 1,000 cities overall, and 79th for environmental performance. It joins London, Sydney, and Copenhagen in the report's Sustainable Cities group. The ranking reflects Liverpool's work on climate action, including a district heat network projected to cut 72,000 tonnes of CO2 annually, expanded EV charging, and a 52% reduction in carbon emissions since 2005. The city also became the first UNFCCC Accelerator City, using culture and innovation to drive decarbonisation. Liverpool's focus on brownfield redevelopment and higher-density growth aims to reduce pressure on greenfield land while supporting low-carbon sectors. The full report assesses 1,000 cities across five categories, with Liverpool's environment score among its strongest.