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A clean and efficient future: energy in focus at Cities Climate Action Summit 2024

A clean and efficient future: energy in focus at Cities Climate Action Summit 2024

Discover how this year’s Cities Climate Action Summit puts the spotlight on the switch to clean and renewable energy, and the importance of energy-efficiency.
Solar-powered cities: sunny outlook with patches of cloud

Solar-powered cities: sunny outlook with patches of cloud

Renewable energy, combined with energy efficiency is central to powering cities of the future. Sarah Wray looks at how solar is a key part of that energy mix

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The role of smart energy in the UK’s green transport system

The role of smart energy in the UK’s green transport system

Charging infrastructure development must catch up if the UK’s smart transport system and carbon reduction ambitions are to be realised, says Thomas Newby, chief operating officer of Tonik Energy.
Blockchain and carbon offsetting can help cities reduce emissions – but sometimes simpler is better

Blockchain and carbon offsetting can help cities reduce emissions – but sometimes simpler is better

The University of Liverpool’s Stephen Finnegan explores the pros and cons of carbon offsetting and outlines Liverpool’s bid to become the UK’s first ’climate positive’ city by the end of 2020.

Latest City Profile

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

Smart Cities Reports
Find out how Dublin is innovating to improve experiences and services for its communities in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile, including digital twin projects, traffic reduction, and economic growth.

Latest Trend Report

Trend Report 2025: Planning and operating thriving cities – innovation for smarter urban living

Trend Report 2025: Planning and operating thriving cities – innovation for smarter urban living

Trend Series
Download our latest report to uncover how artificial intelligence is being used to support cities in how they plan and operate city services to ensure they are vibrant, sustainable and economically thriving modern spaces.

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OnDemand Trend Report Panel Discussion: AI for personalised government services – building trust and inclusivity in cities

OnDemand Trend Report Panel Discussion: AI for personalised government services – building trust and inclusivity in cities

Webinars
Join city and industry experts to explore how AI is enabling more personalised, accessible, and trusted government services, and uncover practical strategies for responsible AI adoption that benefits all citizens. Hear from Manchester City Council and the City of Tampere.

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Latest Urban Exchange Podcast

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 31 – Resilient Sydney: 33 local governments, one resilience strategy

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 31 – Resilient Sydney: 33 local governments, one resilience strategy

Urban Exchange Podcast
Join us for a journey of collaboration on the Urban Exchange Podcast, where we discover how Resilient Sydney is aligning more than 30 local council on a single resilience plan.
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Bristol City Council hits climate investment target early
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Bristol City Council hits climate investment target early

Climate action24 Nov 2025
The programme gave people, communities and businesses of Bristol an opportunity to invest in climate related projects, helping the city’s green transition.
City of Chandler strengthens energy security with solar
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City of Chandler strengthens energy security with solar

Solar power21 Nov 2025
The Arizona city is working with Ameresco to generate 14.5 million kWh annually, reduce utility costs, as well as enhance long-term energy independence.
Detroit breaks ground on solar neighbourhoods
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Detroit breaks ground on solar neighbourhoods

Solar power19 Nov 2025
Ten neighbourhoods vied for the opportunity to transform blighted vacant land into landscaped solar arrays with the first to be activated in mid-2026.
How Greater Manchester is powering schools by solar
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How Greater Manchester is powering schools by solar

Solar power17 Nov 2025
Five schools will save around £40,000 annually between them on energy bills and reduce the amount of carbon released into the air by about 40 tonnes each year.
Cop30: mayors raise the ambition to phase out fossil fuels
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Cop30: mayors raise the ambition to phase out fossil fuels

Climate action17 Nov 2025
The C40 Cities network is urging national governments to increase collaboration with local and regional governments to end dependence on fossil fuels
Cardiff installs rooftop solar on city-owned leisure centres
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Cardiff installs rooftop solar on city-owned leisure centres

Climate action11 Nov 2025
The £1.65m Cardiff Council project, covering eight centres, is expected to reduce electricity-related carbon emissions at the sites by around 35 per cent.
Cities on track to deliver 50 million good green jobs by 2030
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Cities on track to deliver 50 million good green jobs by 2030

People and skills28 Oct 2025
Data from C40 Cities reveals that 21 million good green jobs exist in the 81 cities assessed, confirming city-led climate action contributes to economic opportunities.
Manila collaborates with Itron to build smart grid
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Manila collaborates with Itron to build smart grid

Smart grids23 Oct 2025
The advanced metering infrastructure and intelligent connectivity will also lay the foundation for future integration of rooftop solar and electric vehicles.
City of London and Square Mile on track to be net zero by 2040
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City of London and Square Mile on track to be net zero by 2040

Climate action21 Oct 2025
Figures in the Climate Action Strategy progress report reveal that carbon emissions across the Square Mile have fallen by 24 per cent between 2017 and 2022.
City of Helsinki joins energy efficiency agreement
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City of Helsinki joins energy efficiency agreement

Batteries and renewables10 Oct 2025
The Energy Efficiency Agreement for the Public Sector is a 10-year voluntary agreement that guides municipalities in improving their energy efficiency

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What is ‘Smart City’ and why do we need them?

Smart city is the framework based on Information and Communication technologies that enable the development of sustainable practices to address the urbanisation challenges. Leveraging the technology is one of the foremost pillars of ‘smart cities’ in order to increase efficiencies and improve the quality of resident’s life and the city’s services.

Smart city research initiative aims to develop results-driven playbook

ESI ThoughtLab will define the cost benefits of smart city investments and provide city and business leaders with an evidence-based guide.

Gothenburg boosts sustainable public transport push with e-bus roll-out

More than 150 electric buses will be introduced in the region covering Gothenburg, Mölndal and Partille, where 180 million trips are made by bus each year.

ST Engineering to provide smart city platform for Lusail City

The company will build and operate a smart city platform with citywide network connectivity for the Qatar city using advanced AI and data-driven technologies.

Speaker line-up announced for Cities Climate Action Summit

Experts from cities and organisations around the world will come together in SmartCitiesWorld’s three-day hybrid event to tackle the climate challenge head-on.

SmartCitiesWorld Newsletters (Daily/Weekly)

Our editorial newsletter pulls together our latest news items into one email, direct to your inbox. We also feature our latest city interviews, Special Reports and Guest Opinions.

Guest Opinions

Iskandar shows Malaysia’s smart cities’ promise but only if they keep citizens in mind

Malaysia can show how to build a smart city from scratch but it’s not without its challenges, writes Skymind CEO Shawn ...
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Latest City Profile

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

Smart Cities Reports
Find out how Dublin is innovating to improve experiences and services for its communities in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile, including digital twin projects, traffic reduction, and economic growth.

Latest Trend Report

Trend Report 2025: Planning and operating thriving cities – innovation for smarter urban living

Trend Report 2025: Planning and operating thriving cities – innovation for smarter urban living

Trend Series
Download our latest report to uncover how artificial intelligence is being used to support cities in how they plan and operate city services to ensure they are vibrant, sustainable and economically thriving modern spaces.

Latest Webinar

OnDemand Trend Report Panel Discussion: AI for personalised government services – building trust and inclusivity in cities

OnDemand Trend Report Panel Discussion: AI for personalised government services – building trust and inclusivity in cities

Webinars
Join city and industry experts to explore how AI is enabling more personalised, accessible, and trusted government services, and uncover practical strategies for responsible AI adoption that benefits all citizens. Hear from Manchester City Council and the City of Tampere.

Latest Podcast

Latest Urban Exchange Podcast

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 31 – Resilient Sydney: 33 local governments, one resilience strategy

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 31 – Resilient Sydney: 33 local governments, one resilience strategy

Urban Exchange Podcast
Join us for a journey of collaboration on the Urban Exchange Podcast, where we discover how Resilient Sydney is aligning more than 30 local council on a single resilience plan.
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Research

White Paper: 5G Application Scenarios
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White Paper: 5G Application Scenarios

185-page White Paper covering 100 scenarios across 14 major industries.
Open and interoperable smart cities: Closing the gap
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Open and interoperable smart cities: Closing the gap

A snapshot of IoT and smart city interoperability challenges, strategies and successes
Digital Vision for Mobility
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Digital Vision for Mobility

Transport and logistics are leading other markets in digital transformation. This 44-page paper explores opportunities and challenges for transport and logistics providers in this rapidly evolving space.
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