Agenda 2023

Private event aimed at members of the Mobility Institute. The content will focus on the presentation of the ideas from the Mobility Institute studies and some discussions about the main conclusions.

Topics will focus on mobility trends in Madrid and Barcelona and how household spending patterns on transport have changed in recent years.

A Loom With a View – Weaving the digital future of communities, cities and regions is the 2023 motto that links the themes of Major Cities of Europe. Our goal is to explore and discuss the impact of digitization and climate transition in local public administration. It will be the occasion to listen to the Tuscany association of cities ANCI Toscana, the Flemish association V-ICT-OR, The city of Prato, the city of Florence and Smart Dublin.

In this thought-provoking session, five doctoral candidates from the EIT Urban Mobility Doctoral Training Network (DTN) will give insights into their groundbreaking mobility research by presenting their transformative ideas.

Modern city planners must foster inclusive governance while promoting social inclusion. This session invites you to explore innovative approaches and tools designed to empower citizens, bridge divides, and create more equitable and participatory societies.

Our startups will delve into the intersection of governance and living inclusion, highlighting cutting-edge technologies, policies, and community-driven initiatives. We will discuss how technology can serve as a catalyst for change, providing tools that enhance transparency, citizen engagement, and collaboration in decision-making processes.

Adapting to climate change involves adjusting and preparing for new conditions created by changing climates. The objective of this workshop is to facilitate a comprehensive exploration of climate innovation in cities and regions, assess the needs of innovation, introduce the state of the art climate solutions, and enhance ways of collaborations for adoption to combat climate change.

Join the Circular Buildings Coalition to hear from 7 organizations presenting their blueprints for transitioning to a circular built environment. Hear from Zupply on take-back of construction products, IGBC on material exchanges, CircoTrade on trading futures of secondary materials, Base Alliance on promoting Product-as-a-Service, Concular on insuring secondary materials, UCL on reporting for investors, and Sura Impact on Materials-as-a-Service.

For more information, you can check the website here and the following pdf here. 

We urgently need to find solutions to decarbonise our urban environments but the pace of innovation and implementation is too slow to meet the scale of the challenge. How do we supercharge this process to accelerate the change? Claire will suggest solutions based on her experience with governments, NGOs and global businesses.

How can innovative land-sea planning secure a sustainable and resilient future for Kenya's coastline? In partnership with the European Union, the Kenyan government is driving a blue economy agenda, focusing on activities like data centers, marine conservation, and land-sea planning guidelines. This initiative prioritizes employment, ecosystem protection, and inclusivity, offering a replicable model for Kenya's counties and beyond.

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.

The session will be divided into two blocks:

Solution talks, from 10:30 to 11:00
Miquel Nadal (Mobility expert)
Geert Vanbeveren (SIEMENS)

Thematic roundtable, from 11:00 to 12:00
Randolf Wilson (Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly)
Maria José Nieto (The Global Network for Popular Transportation)
Chris de Veer (Amsterdam Smart City)
Frédéric Reutenauer (PTV Group)
Ajoy Sharma (Government of Punjab)

How does innovation mold future cities? Carlo Ratti, pioneer in urban design and architecture, explores the far-reaching effects of forward-thinking ideas on urban design. Visionary concepts reshape urban landscapes, from interactive buildings to sustainability or kinetic architecture. Innovative projects and technology are shaping the cities of tomorrow, leaving a lasting impact on the way we live, work, and connect in urban environments.

Welcome and Opening session of Tomorrow.BlueEconomy, with Fira Barcelona, Barcelona City Council, World Ocean Council, and Smart Ports.

How can cities harness data for change? Urban centers are embracing data-driven transformation, using tools like Big Data, Analytics, and Digital Twins to reshape planning, connectivity, and management. A robust technical foundation can guide decision-makers with accurate, real-time information to meet the user's needs and create intelligent and efficient ecosystems. However, maintaining transparency and privacy remains a challenge.

The Smart City Hub that we recently launched in Rwanda and its role in driving forward citizen or user-centric smart cities initiatives to achieve impact.

Explore the dynamic intersection of AI, creativity, and architecture. Uncover the transformative potential, benefits, and risks AI brings to the immersive realm, as we merge media, architecture, and game engines in unprecedented ways.

This panel will discuss uses of data for planning in cities and informal settlements, in different contexts, with examples from the real operational experience of cities. Cities worldwide are striving to organize urban processes more efficiently and sustainably through the digital collection, processing, and analysis of data and urban governance has become increasingly dependent on flows of data, information, and the knowledge derived from them.

Helsingborg is embracing digital nudging through the Smart Nudges Mobility platform, aiming to shift the commuting habits of parents and staff linked to 18,000 elementary students. By highlighting the benefits of walking and biking, the initiative not only promotes active mobility but also contributes to climate action, boosts public health, and enhances traffic safety, fostering a sustainable and safe community for future generations.

Urban centers are leading the path to secure a more sustainable future through innovative policies, renewable energy adoption, and sustainable urban planning. Despite their efforts, the path towards reducing emissions and building resilient, eco-friendly communities is demanding, requiring the concerted efforts of all city stakeholders. How are cities navigating these challenges to take a stand against the climate emergency?

This discussion examines the transformative impact that implementing smart infrastructure has on community resilience. Examine how such systems enhance the capacity of communities to withstand, adapt to, and recover from adverse events. By examining various smart city applications from around the globe, will focus on the critical importance of ensuring inclusive and equitable access to the benefits of smart cities, thereby protecting and empowering all community members, especially during times of crisis.

Embracing the digital revolution in urban planning and design unlocks limitless possibilities. Data-driven approaches in the built environment revolutionize decision-making, sustainability, and project outcomes. How can we seize the transformative power of robotics, AI, 3D modeling, BIM, Big Data, and Building Automation? How can we take advantage of technology and digital tools to make more successful smart buildings?

The America’s Cup has already arrived in Barcelona. What lasting urban and infrastructure developments can be attributed to hosting the America's Cup? How can sustainability initiatives tied to the America's Cup enhance a city's environmental legacy, green practices, and community benefits? And how can a top global sport event become a sustainability leader?

Water management has become a central topic of the urban agenda. Efficient and sustainable policies are vital for citizen well-being and the planet, prompting local governments to take proactive measures, transforming urban resilience using innovative approaches. Yet, rising global freshwater demand remains a significant challenge. Can cities adapt quickly enough to their fast-growing population and the management of a dwindling resource?

The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming cities, offering immense potential to address emerging urban challenges. Metropolises are leveraging IoT to optimize public services and infrastructure, from resource management to public safety and building efficiency. However, as cities embrace IoT's interconnectedness, data privacy and security concerns have surfaced. Can governments ensure the integration of IoT technologies while safeguarding citizen privacy?

Panel Description: Reimagining Smart Cities - Boosting Innocities and Scaling Startup Ecosystems Join us as we embark on a visionary exploration of Smart Cities, redefining the concept of Innocities and their boundless potential to catalyze the growth of startup and business ecosystems. This visionary model envisions a holistic urban system where the private sector/corporates (focusing on key verticals), the public sector (institutions, platforms, and associations), the knowledge sector (universities and educational partners), and engaged citizens converge, synergizing their efforts towards social and sustainable impact. Key Panel Highlights: 1. The Model: Unpacking Strategies and Objectives of an Innovation District · Delve into the intricacies of Innovation Districts, exploring their strategies, objectives, and transformative potential. 2. Urban Planning: Crafting Sustainable and Creative Cities · Explore innovative urban planning approaches that foster sustainability, creativity, and inclusivity in our cities. 3. Hall 1 | Plaza: Innovation

CityXChange brings together city leaders, urban visionaries and technology experts in an open exchange on how cities can harness the power of cloud-based technologies for sustainable and inclusive transformation. This invite-only event provides a platform to share best practice with senior peers, and hear about real world projects that are transforming cities today.

Energy communities have a pivotal role in energy transition and they are growing around the EU but they often struggle to take-off. The COMANAGE project aims to tackle and counteract the main governance and management barriers faced by citizen-led and public-participated energy communities’ projects by creating a sustainable governance framework and new resources for public authorities

Aena is the largest airport operator in the world with regard to the number of airports managed and passenger volume. As multimodal infrastructures operator and committed to new forms of sustainable mobility, we have a programme called "Beyond the Airport", focused on exploring new business areas around sustainable mobility. We will deep in this strategy and show projects as Aena Mobility and the integration of UAM in our airports.

With more than half the world's population now living in cities, and 75% by 2050, we need to radically rethink how we move around and design our cities. Timothy will explore the key trends and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of urban mobility, deliveries and services in cities. He’ll highlight where we are at today, and what it will take to make them more liveable, resilient and enjoyable for future generations!

Smart cities can have a tremendous positive impact on people’s lives, but only when people are at the centre of the development process. The panel ‘Centering People in Smart Cities’ will discuss how smart cities are engaging deeply with the needs of all residents and urban stakeholders through meaningful community participation, bridging the digital divide, developing essential digital infrastructure and governance frameworks, and building capacity through multi-stakeholder partnerships.

Devastating marine biodiversity loss, coastal eutrophication, ocean acidification,… How can digitalization, technology, innovation and data help conserve and regenerate nearshore marine biodiversity and ecosystems in and around cities? How can the business of coastal and marine ecosystem regeneration create a healthy environment, create jobs and contribute to sustainable coastal cities? And what are the Blue Carbon, Blue Bonds, Natural Capital and Biodiversity Credits opportunities for coastal municipalities and how can these be developed?

While national and supranational governance structures wrestle with AI governance frameworks, cities are legislating and planning for the ongoing and looming AI-enabled societal transformations. Join us for a discussion on the interplay between global and local AI regulation efforts (such as the EU AI Act). How can city diplomacy be leveraged as a powerful tool to ensure that global regulations consider the urban context? The session will also feature the presentation of the first edition of the “Atlas of Urban AI” report, led by the Global Observatory of Urban AI.

More information about the program here.

Convening of the Council of Global City CIOs, an international group comprised of CIOs from cities across Europe that share best practices, and practical hands-on strategic advice. The group is facilitated by the Cities of Paris and the Hague, with administrative and logistical support from Bloomberg Associates.

Circular practices, enhancing resource efficiency, reusability, and waste reduction, are gaining momentum. With the implementation of recycling, effective waste management, and efficient water usage, urban centers are trying to adapt to the challenges brought by the climate emergency. How can these strategies be comprehensive enough to ensure thriving cities while prioritizing sustainability, innovation, and collaborative efforts across sectors?

Tackling major global challenges and trends requires careful financial prioritisation and use of resources.
Public-private partnerships are an increasingly important model to support critical urban mobility infrastructure and systems. In this discussion, panellists will reflect on the role of these partnerships, and how cities can implement innovative partnership and business models to accelerate the sustainable and digital transition.

Explore the future of mobility data at deployEMDS Open Session. Supported by EU legislation and the Digital Europe Programme, we pioneer data spaces in 9 regions. With 20+ use cases, we enhance secure data sharing for a trusted European data ecosystem. Expect insights from real-life projects using transformative concepts. Join us to discuss how data reshapes sustainable mobility and what the data space concept means for urban data management.

Brief summary: Cities rely on data collection to measure several parameters. But collecting data without any meaningful action doesn’t lead to smartness. A data-driven smart city offers benefits to its citizens and creates safe, resilient, and sustainable urban environments thanks to data-driven strategies and decisions. Join our talk to hear from MinebeaMitsumi Group about their full-scale solutions to tackle several urban challenges and enable smart cities to make data-driven decisions.

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 about the practical aspects of Smart Cities and their impact on our communities.

Join this UK Government hosted session to explore how UK entrepreneurs are leveraging data to bridge gaps, enhance accessibility, and empower communities. Gain insights, practical guidance, and ethical considerations for creating inclusive societies through data-driven strategies.Speakers: Mark Martin, UK Black Tech; Priya Guliani, EarthID; Tanuvi Ethunandan, Data Dupoly; Alejandro Quinto, Yeme Tech; Karen Burns, Fyma; Sam Chapman, The Floow.

Medical emergencies, parcel deliveries, & passenger transport as we know them could be upended by UAM in the near future. Still, many questions remain open with regards to acceptance, safety, or city planning. In this session, our speakers will discuss enablers for integrating UAM in mobility ecosystems. They will reflect on the role of UAM stakeholders in addressing the required effort in terms of investment, land use allocation,& regulations.

We will delve into the intersection of technology and sustainability for coastal cities. How can the digital ocean, ocean data and the Internet of Things help coastal cities address sustainability? What is the role of AI in advancing smart, sustainable coastal cities and their Blue Economy? How can ocean data and monitoring improve marine spatial planning around coastal cities?

Living Labs serve as essential innovation platforms bridging the gap between technology and people. In this keynote session, 4P(People-Public-Private Partnership) based Living LAB that leverages urban data will be introduced with citizen empowerment practices. The outcomes of data-driven Living LAB with some critical success factors how urban data can foster Living LAB Practices.

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.

How can climate-positive districts lead cities towards sustainability, resilience, and well-being? Greener districts are the first step towards creating thriving urban environments that prioritize resource efficiency, environmental stewardship, and a higher quality of life. How can design, circular economy principles, and sustainable technologies help create a brighter future for all?

Data-driven urban policies and decision-making are revolutionizing cities. With the transformative potential of data analytics, integration, and management, cities can optimize services, enhance urban planning, and improve resource management. Embracing open data initiatives can foster transparency and public engagement in urban governance. How can data management be implemented efficiently and ethically to create significant value for cities?

Cities are embarking on a journey of digital transformation, integrating innovative technologies to create smarter, more connected, and responsive urban environments. Advanced Digital Services provide a diverse range of solutions, from data-driven decision-making to responsive infrastructure management. Can urban leaders harness the power of technology while bridging the digital divide, ensuring data privacy, and fostering responsible innovation?

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.

We will talk about how to get more investors support blue economy projects. What innovative financing models show promise in supporting ocean-related projects and industries? How can we attract more impact investors to contribute to projects aimed at ocean conservation and blue economy development? And in what ways can technological advancements, such as blockchain, enhance transparency and accountability in ocean-focused funding efforts?

Airbnb has transformed the way people live, work, and travel. Now the pandemic is over and travel has returned to Europe, Airbnb wants to help tackle over-tourism and has launched new features to help disperse guests and benefits across Europe. Hear from Nathan Blecharczyk, Airbnb’s co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, on how the company wants to work with cities and governments to support sustainable travel.

Imagine a future where you can seamlessly plan and book all your mobility needs via a single integrated application. This future is at our fingertips. But unlocking multimodal travel booking, will require collaboration to create a single market of mobility data. Join this discussion examining the complex topic of data and the role cities can play in leading the way to making an EU-wide mobility data space a reality.

The session will be divided into two blocks:

Solution talks, from 13:45 to 14:30
Josep Laborda (Factual)
Lena Plikat (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit - GIZ)
Santi Romeu (Cybersecurity Agency of Catalonia)

Thematic roundtable, from 14:30 to 15:15
Mara Cole (City of Munich)
Dagmara Wrzesinska (Trafi)
Thibaud Febvre (Vianova)
Belén Albarracín (AMETIC)

Climate and nature data's significance in innovative projects for emissions reduction, urban nature conservation and financial opportunities. Urgent action is needed to combat climate change and biodiversity loss. Greater transparency is crucial for cities, businesses and financial institutions to assess risks and opportunities. Access to knowledge and analytics helps stakeholders promote climate resilience and a nature-positive economy.

Debate session with relevant agents who offer solutions and alternatives to the private vehicle for the daily commute to work. The main problems and impacts of commuting to work will be presented in the session, as well as the solutions that are already in motion, going over different multimodal mobility success cases (carsharing, carpooling, micromobility, public transport).

Cities are envisioning a transformative future, where innovation seamlessly integrates with sustainable practices. Yet, finding the equilibrium between nurturing innovation and crafting a sustainable built environment, complete with decarbonized infrastructure and green building initiatives, presents challenges. Can the vision of net-zero cities materialize in this intricate landscape?

ICEX Spain Foreign Trade and Investment, organizes a workshop with a delegation of Japanese cities to present the challenges of Japanese cities in terms of digital transformation, as well as projects in the pipeline, and bidding procedures with the Japanese public administration.

This meeting is for Leading Cities within the EIT Urban Mobility partner network. By invitation only.

Visionary design will lead cities to a new era of thriving, resource-efficient and future-ready urban environments. By embracing technological advancements, decarbonisation principles and innovative infrastructure strategies, cities are being reshaped for the better. How can greener buildings and infrastructure bring cities to a sustainable reality, and towards a technologically enabled, balanced urban landscape?

The EUIPO will explain how to better understand the EU initiatives they are implementing to provide financial support and guidance to EU businesses. Owning IP rights, such as trademarks, designs or patents, is crucial for any company to be protected in a global market. In this session we will tell you how to protect your innovation and how to use the funds available for EU SMEs on IP to avoid potential challenges you might face.

The session builds on the previous session held for Chief Resilience Officers at the SCEWC and takes stock of the current network of CRO and equivalents. This session builds on the discussion under the Governance thread focusing on urban resilience to 1. Strengthen the global network of CRO, 2. Explore and identify similar models for community and territorial scales, 3. Identify how resilience can be embedded in local and regional governance.

Overview of q-Hack 4.0, the Climate Hackhaton promoted by Unicef Italy in collaboration with IAIA Italia (the Italian section of the International Association for Impact Assessment) and powered by Q-Cumber platform. A new approach to AI & Human Intelligence in Sustainability 4.0, facilitated by an E-Governance platform for all stakeholders, from Cities, Enterprises, and Citizens, including our youngest generation.

This panel will seek to discuss the importance of cyber security in connected places - or smart cities - and provide an overview of the UK Government's programme of work to support the cyber resilience of these projects, focusing on the Alpha Secure Connected Places Playbook, and the Connected Places Cyber Security Principles. There will be perspectives from central government, from the National Cyber Security Centre, and from a UK Local Authority.

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 of Europe’s local and regional leaders to unleash opportunities for sustainable green transition that leaves no place and no-one behind.

This session will introduce the concept of the EDIC instrument (European Digital Infrastructure Consortium) and its relevance for member states, regions, and cities’ policy development. We will hear the projects’ viewpoint, illustrated with examples, on how the EDIC can help amplify and replicate their achievements and how it can aid future projects.

This roundtable will be a convergence of dialogues between transport operations experts from Barcelona, Madrid and Lisbon, and representatives from cities in Spain and Portugal. It will address coordination strategies and innovative approaches to influence transport choice and promote sustainable mobility. It will be a unique opportunity to understand the challenges and solutions from multiple perspectives.

NASA Langley is actively developing and piloting technologies to enable smart cities and connected communities, including through the airspace above them. We are implementing a smart horizontal infrastructure as well, where sensing and data fusion will enable efficient and effective operations. We are compelled to develop, implement, and pilot these technologies because they will be necessary for future human exploration of deep space, including Smart Outposts that will enable sustained lunar presence and human exploration of Mars. We are also generating significant scientific data to better understand our home planet, Earth, and that data is available to enable smart cities.

From virtual to real, the step towards digitalisation in real estate is well illustrated by what we are doing as State Property Agency is doing today in Italy. It is a step of enormous importance, as we are talking about an agency that has a real estate portfolio of 43 thousand assets, worth 62 billion euros, that represent the Beauty and the Heritage of the Italy. We will preset how we are becoming a Data-Driven Company to improve our BIM and Digital Twin practices at building and city scale.

Pitch contest organized by Tech Tour, one of the largest investor-oriented communities in Europe connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate partners from across the world. The exciting opportunity is for professionals and innovators to showcase their latest ideas and solutions for improving the Oceans and Climate industry. Investors such as Alexander Kotchoubey (Ocean Born Impact), Carlos Esteban (Faber), Jon Berg (Sarsia Seed), Joris Kil (Rotterdam Port Fund), Mehran Zaker (Emerald Technology Ventures AG), Onur Canlitepe (Atlas Ventures) and many more have selected the top-rated companies to present, such as MicroHarvest, Vienna Textile Lab, Blue Lion Labs, Gazelle Wind Power Limited, and many more. This contest seeks to recognize and reward the most innovative and impactful ideas related to clean ocean, ocean energy, marine renewable energy, aquaculture, and sustainability.

Check the agenda HERE.

Hall 2 | Plaza: Tomorrow.BlueEconomy

Global cities are increasingly embarking on the journey of smarter decision-making. The transformative power of big data, data analytics and predictive modelling is helping cities navigate the path to informed choices in the era of abundant data. How are data-driven insights across industries, governance and society already impacting urban decision making? How are cities that innovatively harnessing their data staying ahead of future challenges?

Before investing in innovative and scalable ventures, it's essential for investors to understand how to assess and measure the sustainability impact of their investments. This round table session will delve into the key metrics and methods for evaluating the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance of investments related to smart cities and sustainability.

Cities have the power to drive change in the fight against the climate crisis. Tackling interconnected urban challenges, including the energy transition or food insecurity, calls for comprehensive solutions. Through curbing emissions, leading scalable projects, and fostering collaboration, cities can enact effective climate action. However, the question remains: which strategies will yield time and cost-effective results in achieving these crucial objectives?

How can urban centers fortify the future of our interconnected world? In the face of ever-increasing cyber threats, cities are taking decisive action to enhance readiness, responsiveness, and resilience. Through the implementation of secure-by-design principles, cybersecurity awareness, and enhanced collaboration, governance strategies are shaping the fortification of digital ecosystems. Empowering cities means safeguarding our digital future.

From optimizing real estate to enhancing urban safety and sustainability, the digital innovations of Property Technology hold the key to creating more efficient and livable cities. But how can global metropolises successfully implement PropTech to boost the functionality, safety, and sustainability of their real estate? How can we reimagine the future of this sector in a digitally-driven urban landscape?

The combination of lockdown recovery, the energy crisis, and increase in cost of living, has served to highlight societal inequalities. This session will be a passionate discussion on the fairness of the transition to sustainable and accessible urban mobility and an exploration of how moving around cities can become more accessible, safe, and affordable whilst making the most of existing mobility services and embracing new solutions.

The session will be divided into three blocks:

Keynote, from 15:45 to 16:00
Christoph Vollath (RACC)

Solution talks, from 16:00 to 16:10
Katharina Paoli Brunat (Nudgd AB)

Thematic roundtable, from 16:10 to 17:15
Cantal Bakker (Pikala)
Michael Glotz-Richter (City of Bremen)
Rafael John Santiago (City of Dortmund)
Oliver May-Beckmann (MCube - Munich Cluster for the Future of Mobility in Metropolitan Regions)

Check and test how policy is ready to welcome and host the model to provide real decarbonization effects onto freight and last mile operations. There are challenges ahead but, are all stakeholders ready to face and accommodate them? A real decarbonization scenario may only be effective, only, if triggered from the operations reality landscape

ICEX Spain Foreign Trade and Investment, organizes a workshop with a delegation of Japanese cities to present the challenges of Japanese cities in terms of digital transformation, as well as projects in the pipeline, and bidding procedures with the Japanese public administration.

The session will focus on best practices and share learnings from current urban initiatives focusing on the implementation of sustainable proximities. It will showcase a series of global interactive tools to put proximity into practice and give an introduction to a new digital proximity toolbox.

Einsmer has developed a two-way communication system between citizens and local administrations since 2013. The application includes versions for smartphones (Android, iOS) and desktop. It promotes cooperation between citizens, security forces, and local administration. With 17 municipalities in Barcelona, Einsmer has created an ecosystem of networked cities with over 130,000 users and 3,500 infrastructures.

This engaging roundtable discussion unites top executives of major ports and mayors from port cities to explore the evolving relationship between these crucial entities. Focusing on real-world examples, the conversation centers on how innovation is reshaping this dynamic partnership.

We will delve into topics like digitalization, sustainability, and collaborative initiatives, showcasing how innovation can foster growth, sustainability, and prosperity for both ports and cities. This discussion offers a glimpse into the transformative potential of innovation in our global port communities.

The problems cities and regions can be solved by cutting-edge technologies. PhDs, and people with scientific and engineering knowledge are more actively starting companies. There is a large need for long term investment from the public sector but more importantly the private sector. The panel will discuss what needs to happen to be able to grow the number of investments in the industries related to smart cities, regions and infrastructure.

Worldwide, cities are growing rapidly which means that environmental, economic, and social challenges are growing too. Comprehensive digitalization and the targeted use of data are the key to mastering the challenges of today’s urbanization. IoT operating systems can help cities become more competitive, safer, less congested, healthier, greener and more efficient places to live and work.

Today, cities are transforming new services digitally, to build urban resilience and deliver more inclusive, efficient, and effective programs. Join the Resilient Cities Network, Visa, and city leaders to explore the opportunity and best practices for city digital transformation in areas such as urban mobility, small business enablement, citizen aid programs, and planning insights from data.

How can smart technology solutions help cities achieve their low-carbon ambitions? A range of smart technologies is increasingly available to cities, including big data, Internet of Things, digital twins, and others. However, cities might struggle to identify, prioritize, and finance smart technologies that can help reduce their carbon emissions in different sectors. The session aims to better understand the low-carbon smart city finance and tools.

Buildings generate 40% of annual global carbon emissions. How can cities work with industry to deliver net zero roadmaps while still meeting demand for increased housing, urban services and infrastructure? Hear from city, industry and NGO leaders on the policies, partnerships and solutions which have begun to move the needle on this global issue.

Moderated by Eurocities, Mission cities Rome, Lisbon, Oslo, Bologna and EIT Urban Mobility's Director of Innovation discuss the ambition and systemic approaches within sister projects UPPER and SPINE to rapidly increase the use of Public Transport to become climate neutral by 2030. Collaborations between industry, research organizations, PT operators, and municipalities is changing the mindset of citizens and improving urban mobility planning.

The session will focus on the state of European smart cities business models and financing schemes that were implemented in EU funded Smart Cities and Communities projects. The focus is on how these projects have harnessed innovative funding models to support the implementation of cutting-edge mobility and energy solutions, paving the way towards a greener and more sustainable urban landscape and how they can be replicated in other cities.

Following the General Assembly which happens during the Bordeaux’s digital society, digital cities events in October, the CC4DR meeting will focus on taking collaboration to the next level by presenting the renewed missions and services of the Coalition. It will be the occasion for the members to define their role and participation in the actions and roadmap of the three services: the Digital Righs Academy, the Digital Rights Lab and the Digital Rights Think Tank. This is an internal, by invitation only meeting where representatives of the CC4DR's member cities gather to work together on pushing the Coalition's activity further.

The session will be focused on presenting the main projects, business opportunities and investment incentives in the metropolis of Barcelona and it aims to promote the territory, in order to attract companies in the ICT and Smart City sectors. During the session, the metropolitan cities will present several investment opportunities and strategic locations to settle in business projects for the Smart City sector.

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Join us for an exciting and dynamic session featuring some of the most promising startups in the micromobility and on-demand services sector as they pitch their innovative solutions for a safer, more sustainable future. In the rapidly evolving landscape of urban transportation and convenience services, these startups are at the forefront, reshaping the way we move and access services.

During this session, you'll have the opportunity to hear directly from these groundbreaking entrepreneurs and visionaries, as they showcase their ideas, products, and strategies aimed at enhancing safety and efficiency in micromobility and on-demand services.

The roundtable will showcase city representatives sharing unique urban development case studies, emphasizing how digital innovation fosters growth, enhances sustainability, and improves residents' quality of life. Engage in dynamic discussions to explore the intersection of urban development and digital intelligence, learning from these cities' experiences in shaping the future. Join us for a collaborative exploration of the potential of digital intelligence in revolutionizing urban operations and evolution.

 This session will take you on an illuminating journey through the realm of AV technology, unveiling its current impact in delivering genuine value. We'll explore how AV innovations are reshaping industries, revolutionizing user experiences, and accelerating progress. The session uncovers compelling success stories and cutting-edge advancements that showcase the tangible potential and practical applications of AV technology in the present day.

The roundtable will showcase representatives from prominent technology companies as they shed light on digital technology's transformative role in shaping future urban landscapes. Our esteemed guests will discuss how digital technology empowers the creation of dynamic urban scenarios, redefining the possibilities for our cities. Join this exciting conversation to gain insights into the digital solutions revolutionizing urban environments, making them smarter and more adaptable than ever before.

EDIC will constitute the key instrument when developing MCP in the context of Local Digital Twins

The UPC is a leading technical university in training, research and technology transfer. With the aim of contributing to the transition to inclusive, high-quality liveable and low-impact cities, the UPC is working on developing projects and solutions in energy and environment, mobility, governance and economy, urban environment, living and inclusion, infrastructure and building, safety and security, and blue economy.

How do you drive the development of a circular economy when building a city? Digitalisation must be a key tool to meet this challenge. Giving materials an identity allows them to retain their value at the end of a building's life cycle. The creation of digital processes is the only solution to store and make available the vast amount of information required, from the material level to the urban scale.