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SmartCitiesWorld Summit provides an unparalleled forum dedicated to improving how cities work. Taking our experience from three years of hosting the Cities Climate Action Summit, the new SmartCitiesWorld Summit is the must-attend annual gathering for those dedicated to shaping the future of our cities. The Summit brings together city leaders, policymakers, technology innovators, resilience and climate experts to map a path forward for smarter, greener cities.

Why Attend

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Cities are under strain, consistently expected to deliver more with less. The SmartCitiesWorld Summit is designed to uncover solutions and strategies that can work long term for cities, exploring how technology, policy and finance combine to drive climate action, resilience and digital transformation – and help bridge the gaps and break down the silos between these challenges.

 

Through rich keynote experiences, panel discussions, roundtables and more, participants can gain the actionable insights they need to get started, evolve and scale projects that matter to cities and their residents.

Why Get involved

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Get your city strategy right and help reshape the future of the urban environment.

With over 3,000 delegates attending in-person and online in 2025, and more set to join us in 2026, the SmartCitiesWorld Summit provides an unmatched space to meet peers, innovators and collaborators to share ideas openly that solve today's most pressing urban challenges.

In 2026, as cities come under increasing operational and budgetary pressure, we'll show how those on the frontlines are innovating to provide better services that are more resilient and more sustainable.

Sponsoring and exhibiting

Networking

The Summit provides sponsors and exhibitors a unique opportunity to position your brand alongside and engage with a global audience of city leaders and their partners who are focused on transforming urban services and infrastructure.

 

SmartCitiesWorld brings its global membership and its network of strategic partners to support this annual event. Whether you are looking for thought leadership speaking opportunities, high level networking or lead generation there are many possibilities for your brand to engage with our global audience.

Thought
Leadership


The Summit presents sponsors and exhibitors the opportunity to position themselves as key players in solving cities' most pressing challenges across climate, resilience and innovation, aligning them with global leaders through panels, roundtables, and presentations.

Brand
Exposure


SmartCitiesWorld Summit offers sponsors the change to align with global city leaders and experts. Join over 3,000 attendees from 750 cities across in-person and online events to demonstrate your solutions directly to prospective buyers.

Connect


Hear from and connect with leading experts in climate, resilience and urban innovation to meet potential buyers, secure contracts, expand your network, and continue ongoing discussions. The SmartCitiesWorld Summit is designed to provide a unique space for quality networking.

Lead
Generation


Maximise your business growth by connecting with senior decision-makers at the SmartCitiesWorld Summit. Secure valuable leads, engage with top industry experts, and cultivate lasting, impactful relationships.

Below are some of the organisations who registered in 2025:

Exhibit at Cities Climate Action Summit 2026

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Gain insights from industry-leading experts, engage in productive meetings with potential buyers, establish lucrative contracts, expand your professional network, and foster ongoing conversations. Building meaningful connections within the professional arena.

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Bringing firsthand perspectives on urban development, governance, and infrastructure planning, sharing best practices that can inspire innovative projects and initiatives. Get a deeper understanding of current trends and issues.

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Hear from a diverse panel of global speakers’ from various fields, come together to discuss the crucial themes and principles underlying effective climate action in urban areas.  They will provide insightful predictions, invaluable insights that enable cities worldwide to adopt effective climate action measures and pave the way towards a more sustainable future.

Roundtable Discussions


A unique opportunity to gain in-depth insights into three crucial aspects of addressing climate change. These virtual discussions create a conducive environment for experts from diverse backgrounds to share their extensive knowledge and experiences.

Fireside Chats


These discussions enable the identification of practical solutions, policy recommendations, and best practices that can be applied across sectors to address pressing climate concerns at both local and global levels.

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Gain insights from industry-leading experts, engage in productive meetings with potential buyers, establish lucrative contracts, expand your professional network, and foster ongoing conversations. Building meaningful connections within the professional arena.

Discuss the opportunities

If you want to find more about the different opportunities and which may be best for you then don’t hesitate to contact our team.

Get in touch with Chris, Founder & CEO

chrisc@smartcitiesworld.net

Get in touch with John, Global Commercial Director

 

johno@
smartcitiesworld.net

They say it best

“Sparrow City was pleased to be involved in the Cities Climate Action Summit this year as a sponsor and exhibitor the quality of the speakers and the event meant we got to network with potential customers and industry influencers.”

 

Max Interbrick

COO Sparrow City.

“The Cities Climate Action Summit organised by SmartCitiesWorld is a great event, bringing together a diverse and engaged audience of policymakers, climate experts, industry leaders, and city representatives.”

 

Andrea Fernadez Managing Director

Climate Finance, Knowledge and Partnerships, C40 Citiesy.

“This event was a powerful testament to the collective determination of cities worldwide to address the urgent challenges of climate change. The summit provided a unique platform for thought leaders, innovators, and policymakers to come together.”

 

Jaromir Beranek

Chairman of International Relations and EU Funds, City of Prague.

“The Cities Climate Action Summit 2023 was a transformative event that brought together visionary leaders and innovative technology providers, inspiring hope and fostering tangible progress towards a sustainable and resilient urban future.”

 

Mark-Emil Talivere

Innovation Expert, City of Tallinn.