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Mete Coban MBE

@metecoban92.bsky.social

Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy. Founder My Life My Say. Board London Marathon. Former Hackney Councillor 2014 - 2024. Obama Leader.

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Image of a man and woman wearing high vis vets and hard hats shaking hands on a rooftop

Image of a man and woman wearing high vis vets and hard hats shaking hands on a rooftop

Delighted to welcome the Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy, Mete Coban MBE, to see for himself the impact of the Mayor of London visionary Β£4.35M investment in making London greener for everyone.

@metecoban92.bsky.social @london.gov.uk

15.10.2025 12:10 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Okkk … so I just hit my 5KM PB at 19:20 …

What a way to start your Sunday

12.10.2025 20:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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It was brilliant to join young Londoners at Camden Town Hall today - hearing their ideas, energy and ambition for our city always gives me hope for the future ✊🏼✊🏽

06.10.2025 18:58 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New York, it’s been a pleasure.

From cleaning our rivers to greening our school playgrounds, it’s clear cities are where real change begins.

Honoured to have represented London and @c40cities.bsky.social on the global stage ✊🏼✊🏾

01.10.2025 19:06 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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At the London Labour reception with some of my City Hall colleagues in Liverpool for the Labour Party Conference. #Lab25

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27.09.2025 23:06 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🐝 Zero Hour’s #Lab25 event on the importance of Labour’s joined-up action to tackle the climate and nature crises is in full swing!

πŸ‘₯ @simonforstroud.bsky.social, @metecoban92.bsky.social,
@tobyperkinsmp.bsky.social, Nathalie Pettorelli,
@billesterson.bsky.social, Helena Horton.

πŸ’š #CANBill #LPC25

29.09.2025 17:32 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“’ @metecoban92.bsky.socialβ€”Deputy Mayor of London: β€œThe climate and nature crisis disproportionately affects those who have done least to cause the crisis in the first place. This is a massive issue of social justice, racial justice and economic justice.”

🐝 #CANBill #LPC25 #Lab25

01.10.2025 08:10 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Graphic about clean air: It was predicted to take 193 years to meet legal limits for air pollution in London. We did it in 9.

Graphic about clean air: It was predicted to take 193 years to meet legal limits for air pollution in London. We did it in 9.

LTNs, School Streets, CPZ, emission based parking, 20mph, more cycling infrastructure, bus priority together with congestion pricing and ULEZ has massively sped up cleaner air for London. Thank you @london.gov.uk @sadiqkhanlondon.bsky.social
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01.10.2025 14:50 β€” πŸ‘ 26    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
From left to right:
Mark Watts, Executive Director, C40 Cities
SΓΈren Staugaard Nielsen, Managing Director, Ramboll Foundation
Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, C40 Cities Co-Chair and Mayor of Freetown
Michael Simmelsgaard, Chief Operating Officer, Corporate, Ramboll
Mete Coban, C40 Board Member and Deputy Mayor of London

From left to right: Mark Watts, Executive Director, C40 Cities SΓΈren Staugaard Nielsen, Managing Director, Ramboll Foundation Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, C40 Cities Co-Chair and Mayor of Freetown Michael Simmelsgaard, Chief Operating Officer, Corporate, Ramboll Mete Coban, C40 Board Member and Deputy Mayor of London

Helping cities embed resilience and climate adaptation into long-term planning. 🌎🌱

At Climate Week NYC, C40 Cities and the Ramboll Foundation celebrated our strategic partnership.

@mark--watts.bsky.social @metecoban92.bsky.social

23.09.2025 14:11 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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A huge honour to meet Rev. Al Sharpton in New York City.

Our conversation reinforced the importance of standing up for justice and ensuring everyone has the power to participate in our democracy.

Thank you Rev. Al Sharpton for your hospitality, and I look forward to seeing you in London.

25.09.2025 09:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I’m in New York for #UNGA and climate week, representing London on the global stage.

This week, I will be building vital partnerships to accelerate the urgent action we all need @ldn-environment.bsky.social @c40cities.bsky.social πŸŒŽπŸ’š

22.09.2025 09:37 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Image of Oxford Street with purple paint which reads 'This Oxford Street'

Image of Oxford Street with purple paint which reads 'This Oxford Street'

Welcome to Oxford Street as you’ve never seen it before.

Londoners and visitors, we are ready for you.

This Oxford Street is for everyone.

21.09.2025 09:48 β€” πŸ‘ 295    πŸ” 31    πŸ’¬ 9    πŸ“Œ 4
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They aren’t just flower beds!!!

Fascinating peak beneath the surface of one of London’s new Cycleways - you can see the complex drainage system that ensures bike lanes help protect the capital from heavy rain & the effects of climate change.

And don’t they look great when they’re finished? πŸ’šπŸš²πŸ‘

21.09.2025 09:55 β€” πŸ‘ 236    πŸ” 61    πŸ’¬ 9    πŸ“Œ 10
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Deputy Mayor @metecoban92.bsky.social attended London & Partners Sustainability Reception to spotlight London as the home of green technology and innovation

19.09.2025 12:21 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yesterday Deputy Mayor @metecoban92.bsky.social hosted a roundtable at LSE exploring how climate policy can drive progress on social justice and make London a fairer city. Voices from across different backgrounds and sectors shared powerful insights to help shape a fairer, greener London

18.09.2025 11:56 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to join @metecoban92.bsky.social @perayahmet.bsky.social Cllr Shreya Nanda and Lewis Baston at the London Transport Museum for a panel discussion with TfL and Places for London teams, reflecting on some of the challenges and opportunities for housing in London in the year ahead.

18.09.2025 16:35 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
I know many people, particularly from London's diverse communities, are feeling extremely worried following the events this weekend. 

It takes me back to how I felt growing up in the ’70s and ’80s, when 
far-right political parties marched on our streets.

The leaders of the far-right are once again attempting to hijack our flag, with minorities being intimidated and fear, hatred and division being sown.

As Londoners, and as proud Brits, we must unite to reject the far-right 
– just as we have many times before.  

But it’s going to take a huge effort from us all – from people of all races and backgrounds, who are willing to stand up for our British values of equality, inclusion and mutual respect.    

As Mayor, I'll continue to do everything I can to challenge the far-right and all those who peddle the politics of fear and division.

I urge other politicians and Londoners to do the same.

MAYOR OF LONDON, SADIQ KHAN

I know many people, particularly from London's diverse communities, are feeling extremely worried following the events this weekend. It takes me back to how I felt growing up in the ’70s and ’80s, when far-right political parties marched on our streets. The leaders of the far-right are once again attempting to hijack our flag, with minorities being intimidated and fear, hatred and division being sown. As Londoners, and as proud Brits, we must unite to reject the far-right – just as we have many times before. But it’s going to take a huge effort from us all – from people of all races and backgrounds, who are willing to stand up for our British values of equality, inclusion and mutual respect. As Mayor, I'll continue to do everything I can to challenge the far-right and all those who peddle the politics of fear and division. I urge other politicians and Londoners to do the same. MAYOR OF LONDON, SADIQ KHAN

We must unite against those who seek to divide us.

15.09.2025 19:16 β€” πŸ‘ 2623    πŸ” 631    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 50
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Deputy Mayor of London praises co-designed open spaces in South Thamesmead Mete Coban MBE, Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy, has hailed South Thamesmead’s outdoor spaces as β€œexemplary”.

Thamesmead's transformation is bringing community, nature and art together- creating spaces for local people to connect and thrive.
Read more about Deputy Mayor @metecoban92.bsky.social's visit to Thamesmead: www.thamesmeadnow.org.uk/news/general...

11.09.2025 15:03 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Last week Deputy Mayor @metecoban92.bsky.social visited Thamesmead to see the incredible transformation achieved with our partners, Peabody, Groundwork and @theyoungfdn.bsky.social, alongside the local community β€” turning the area into a vibrant, greener, and healthier neighbourhood.

09.09.2025 12:27 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A huge honour to be name checked by Barack Obama in the Obama Foundation’s latest annual report πŸ™

08.09.2025 15:09 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The @mayoroflondon.bsky.social and Deputy Mayor @metecoban92.bsky.social planted trees to celebrate the transformation of Grosvenor Square. This vibrant urban garden is a nature rich space in the heart of city for Londoners to enjoy and wildlife to thrive

04.09.2025 15:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We hear a lot about green skills, but what does it actually mean? πŸ‘‡

27.08.2025 14:40 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Great to be at Notting Hill Carnival 2025 with friends, celebrating Caribbean history and culture and showcasing London’s diversity - our city’s greatest strength.

Shoutout to our incredible emergency services for helping millions enjoy Carnival πŸ‘ŠπŸΌβœŒπŸΎβ€οΈ

24.08.2025 15:04 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌞 On the rooftops of Aldgate, @rachelblakemp.bsky.social and @metecoban92.bsky.social show how community energy is powering London’s future.

Solar panels on the Middlesex Street estate are proof that when power is put back in the hands of communities, change happens: cleaner, greener, fairer.

20.08.2025 10:31 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today, @london.gov.uk and Deputy Mayor @metecoban92.bsky.social opened Tideway's new riverside space at Heathwall Quay, where the Tideway Tunnel is stopping pollution in the Thames - a big step forward in our mission to clean London's rivers and open them up for Londoners to enjoy

20.08.2025 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Graphic with the headline β€œLondon is the greatest city in the world” set against a bright view of the River Thames with the Shard, Tower Bridge and the city skyline. The text celebrates what makes London special: regularly voted the number one city in the world, incredible diversity with over 300 languages spoken, world-class transport, world leader in finance tech and life sciences, best museums and galleries many free to visit, world-leading nightlife, food sport and music for every taste, host to the world’s best sporting events, home to seven Premier League clubs, globally-ranked universities, a city where you can be yourself and love who you love, and a place for everyone.

Graphic with the headline β€œLondon is the greatest city in the world” set against a bright view of the River Thames with the Shard, Tower Bridge and the city skyline. The text celebrates what makes London special: regularly voted the number one city in the world, incredible diversity with over 300 languages spoken, world-class transport, world leader in finance tech and life sciences, best museums and galleries many free to visit, world-leading nightlife, food sport and music for every taste, host to the world’s best sporting events, home to seven Premier League clubs, globally-ranked universities, a city where you can be yourself and love who you love, and a place for everyone.

Ignore the haters. London is the 🐐

21.08.2025 06:07 β€” πŸ‘ 1095    πŸ” 219    πŸ’¬ 69    πŸ“Œ 23
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Heatwaves: What can London learn from Europe's hotter cities? An academic says the UK treats the heat as "a nice thing" but it needs to be treated as a risk.

Hear from Deputy Mayor @metecoban92.bsky.social about the action we're taking to protect Londoners from extreme heat β€” from planting trees to keeping Londoners hydrated with our free water fountains. Read more here: www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj0yzv0r3l9o

12.08.2025 11:09 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

We want to hear your ideas on how we can keep our city cool. Take the short survey now πŸ‘‡πŸ½

12.08.2025 11:49 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 1
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London is facing its 4th heatwave this year with temperatures expected to exceed 30Β°C this week.

We’re installing water fountains, planting street trees to create shade and mapping cool spaces, but we need to plan for the future.

➑️ Share your ideas bit.ly/3Unbxv6

12.08.2025 10:14 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 2
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A fairer, greener city needs young Londoners at its heart - British Politics and Policy at LSE Deputy Mayor of London Mete Coban argues argues that young Londoners have the knowledge, creativity and drive to help bring about a fairer, greener city.

Young Londoners need a seat at the table. Deputy Mayor @metecoban92.bsky.social joined a panel with LSE young researcher Maanya Jones and @rowchampion.bsky.social to discuss how important it is to let young Londoners shape a fair and green transition that works for them. bit.ly/47h0ICc

06.08.2025 10:20 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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