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OnDemand COP30 Webinar: Unlocking climate finance: building city capacity and partnerships

OnDemand COP30 Webinar: Unlocking climate finance: building city capacity and partnerships

Discover how cities can expand their fiscal and institutional capacity to attract and manage climate finance. This session explores the role of digital tools for tracking and reporting, data platforms for transparency, and innovative approaches that allow cities to unlock new sources of investment.
OnDemand Webinar: Cities Climate Action Weeks: A global movement with local impact

OnDemand Webinar: Cities Climate Action Weeks: A global movement with local impact

Inspired by London, find out how Baku, Rio de Janeiro, Bangkok and Prague are creating their own Climate Action Weeks to drive ambitious local change - and are helping to build a powerful global movement.

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SmartCitiesWorld Summit 2026: connecting climate action, resilience and urban innovation

SmartCitiesWorld Summit 2026: connecting climate action, resilience and urban innovation

As cities confront the combined pressures of climate change, infrastructure resilience and digital transformation, the SmartCitiesWorld Summit 2026 will bring together urban leaders and partners during London Climate Action Week to explore how these agendas intersect – and how cities can translate strategy into practical action.
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.

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Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 32 – Flood and energy resilience in Quezon City

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 32 – Flood and energy resilience in Quezon City

Tune in for the latest Urban Exchange where we get a first-hand account of city resilience measures from Quezon City following unexpected extreme rainfall.
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

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

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Introducing AI CityXchange: focusing on the real work of AI in cities

Introducing AI CityXchange: focusing on the real work of AI in cities

SmartCitiesWorld’s senior editor Luke Antoniou on the launch of the new AI CityXchange, at a time where dialogue and knowledge sharing is critical between cities and their partners to use AI technology for public good.
No more pedalling the cycle lane myth: for a less congested London, we need fewer cars

No more pedalling the cycle lane myth: for a less congested London, we need fewer cars

Lime’s Alan Clarke explains how the UK capital can move away from private vehicles towards a lifestyle where city-dwellers can move seamlessly between different modes of public transport.
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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

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Find out how Sunderland is repositioning itself as a leading smart city – using digital infrastructure and low-carbon innovation to build a resilient, future-focused economy in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.

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.
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The latest news in policy making on smart city projects and initiatives across the world.

Los Angeles releases latest Climate Action Plan
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Los Angeles releases latest Climate Action Plan

Climate action17 Apr 2026
It comprises 50-plus actions creating a path for the City to reach carbon neutrality by 2045, double local solar production and install 120,000 EV chargers.
Open data hub launches in Memphis Region
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Open data hub launches in Memphis Region

Open data16 Apr 2026
The initiative from Innovate Memphis aims to increase equitable access to trusted regional data for governments, nonprofits, researchers, and residents.
CityLab 2026 in Madrid announces new speakers
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CityLab 2026 in Madrid announces new speakers

News15 Apr 2026
The cities summit, organised by Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Aspen Institute, will convene more than 1,000 mayors, policymakers, innovators, and creatives.
Riga reduces red light violations by two-thirds
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Riga reduces red light violations by two-thirds

Road travel08 Apr 2026
The reduction over the past six months follows installation of LMT Group’s smart traffic monitoring solution in nine locations across the Latvian capital.
Denver launches interactive dashboard for bond projects
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Denver launches interactive dashboard for bond projects

Citizen engagement07 Apr 2026
Dashboard allows users to track the status of projects in its Vibrant Denver Bond programme, providing transparency in areas like schedule and budget.
Zurich retains top spot in IMD Smart City Index
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Zurich retains top spot in IMD Smart City Index

News31 Mar 2026
Transparency, infrastructure and public trust are key to urban success, according to the annual ranking, published by the IMD World Competitiveness Centre.
Turning climate action pledges into results
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Turning climate action pledges into results

Climate action24 Mar 2026
Report from GCoM and C40 Cities shows how the EU’s know-how to engage with cities and regions to support climate delivery reflects global Champ good practices.
Spending power equals improved council climate action
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Spending power equals improved council climate action

Climate action24 Mar 2026
Analysis reveals that local climate action from councils may be under threat, especially as it is not currently a statutory duty for English councils.
Sacramento partners to reduce extreme heat exposure
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Sacramento partners to reduce extreme heat exposure

Climate action13 Mar 2026
Sacramento City and County is working with experts from the Urban Land Institute to explore ways to put the City’s heat‑reduction strategies into action.
City of Tucson advances energy and climate goals
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City of Tucson advances energy and climate goals

Climate action09 Mar 2026
The City and Tucson Electric Power have reached a milestone with the development of a proposed Energy Collaboration Agreement, which is ready for public review.

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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.

Huawei seals smart city deal with Barcelona

They will collaborate on projects relating to 5G, smart city applications and digital transformation.

Solar city goes live

Trina Solar’s PV modules have begun operations in the 10MW Sustainable City in Dubai, which aims to use only clean energy sources

AI used to monitor and optimise Swedish road infrastructure

Computer vision and machine learning specialist, Univrses, will work with the Swedish Transport Administration to digitise and manage roadside infrastructure.

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.

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.

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Introducing AI CityXchange: focusing on the real work of AI in cities

SmartCitiesWorld’s senior editor Luke Antoniou on the launch of the new AI CityXchange, at a time where dialogue and ...
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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Sunderland

Smart Cities Reports
Find out how Sunderland is repositioning itself as a leading smart city – using digital infrastructure and low-carbon innovation to build a resilient, future-focused economy in the latest SmartCitiesWorld City Profile.

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

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

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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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Trend Report Panel Discussion (21 May): Operating smarter: using digital twins and AI to reshape urban infrastructure management

Trend Report Panel Discussion (21 May): Operating smarter: using digital twins and AI to reshape urban infrastructure management

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Discover how AI-powered digital twins are transforming urban infrastructure and how these innovations can improve efficiency, resilience, and sustainability.

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Latest Urban Exchange Podcast

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 32 – Flood and energy resilience in Quezon City

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 32 – Flood and energy resilience in Quezon City

Urban Exchange Podcast
Tune in for the latest Urban Exchange where we get a first-hand account of city resilience measures from Quezon City following unexpected extreme rainfall.
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White Paper: Pathways to supply chain sustainability
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White Paper: Pathways to supply chain sustainability

This white paper outlines the key strategies and actions that enterprises need to consider on the path toward scope 3 emissions reduction, advancing sustainability goals, and creating a more resilient future. Packed with practical insights, this white paper provides a roadmap for measurable progress and lasting transformation.
Trend Report: Creating truly open cities
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Trend Report: Creating truly open cities

A 14-page Trend Report on the importance of building interoperable smart cities from the ground up
White Paper: Smart Buildings and Carbon Neutrality: a race against time
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White Paper: Smart Buildings and Carbon Neutrality: a race against time

A 14-page White Paper on how greener buildings help tackle climate change
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