Is it possible to reduce noise pollution in existing urbanized areas?
Author | Jaime Ramos Excessive noise or noise pollution not only has a negative impact on the concept of a city, but also on the health of its residents. How can it be tackled? NOISE POLLUTION: THE DANGERS BEHIND IT When we talk about noise pollution, also known as acoustic pollution, we are referring to […]
Data management strategies in smart cities: how data governance is helping to take full advantage of the potential of big data
Author | Jaime Ramos Today, the concept of smart cities is inseparable from that of big data management. Big Data is now the key to accessing different technologies that provide extraordinary opportunities within the urban context. The institutional integration of data requires accurate planning and strategies based on local priorities. DATA AND SMART CITIES: THE REAL MEANING […]
Building Climate Resilience: Unleashing Innovation in Cities
The panel discussion will provide a platform for thought-provoking discussions and knowledge sharing among innovation experts, urban practitioners and city representatives. By exploring state-of-the-art innovations, identifying gaps, and showcasing successful examples from cities and regions around the world, participants will be inspired to drive climate resilience through innovative solutions. The discussion will underline the critical […]
All Aboard! The Future of Transport Is Public
With public transport at the heart of efforts to make cities more liveable and to meet ambitious emission reduction targets, strategies to support public transport to be more reliable and convenient are critical. This session will explore how innovative solutions including shared mobility hubs, artificial intelligence, gamification, and incentive mechanisms can accelerate public transport uptake. […]
How can we beat climate change?
Our age will be defined by the climate emergency. But contrary to the doomist narrative that’s taken hold, the world has already begun deploying the solutions needed to deal with it. On a journey across five continents, Akshat Rathi will discuss his new book Climate Capitalism, and how it tracks the unlikely heroes driving the […]
Governance-in-Partnership to Achieve an Inclusive Green Transition
Local and regional governments are key implementers of public policy, endowed with important place-based knowledge. They are pivotal for the successful delivery of Europe’s green transition. Good coordination across and between tiers of government and an enabling environment are important prerequisites to achieve our 2030 Agenda ambitions. Join us for this conversation on the role […]
Up-to-date Policies for Cities in Motion
How can cities thrive in uncertain times? From embracing emerging technologies to reimagining infrastructure and fostering global collaboration, urban centers keep exploring innovative strategies to stay ahead of the unprecedented challenges they are facing. At the heart of it all: innovative and resourceful governance.
Open Innovation for Liveable Cities: The Case of Amsterdam Smart City
Our world is in urgent need of more sustainable solutions, to create better lives for our citizens and a better planet. Amsterdam Smart City has 14 years of experience in enabling societal transitions through multi-stakeholder collaboration and open innovation, which will be shared in this keynote talk.
Portugal’s Smart City Odyssey: a Cruise to Data-Driven Excellence
Beyond the warm sunshine and tasty food, Portugal is turning into a Smart country. We explore the pragmatic implementation of Smart Cities in Portugal and provide insights into how these strategies are driving progress in areas such as mobility, waste management, and sustainability, within Portuguese cities. In this cruise, we engage in a thoughtful discussion […]
New paradigms for Urban Innovation and Sustainable Growth
