Track: Economy

Regenerative Design is a term used to define processes that restore, repair or regenerate damaged ecosystems or as a design principle, based on how nature works. Can we design platform strategies, adecentralized and distributed systems that impact locally, for regeneration? In this session we are gonna see how some entrepreneurs are using living system approach to design solutions for the big challenges we face today.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/regenerative-economics/

Mass tourism can affect cities, their residents, and neighbourhoods negatively. After some challenging years for the most popular destinations, the lesson is learnt, and smarter and more sustainable tourism is becoming a new model to balance the full experience for visitors and the care of host communities. But sometimes, this could be a long way as infrastructures and the own system cannot follow the lead. How are cities working on their path towards a smarter destination?

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/towards-greener-tourism-and-smarter-destinations/

We will carry out this European project hand in hand with our strategic partners EY, Grupo Prisa and Plug and Play. Our objectives are to support innovation and shape the future of the Mediterranean context of startups connected through technology as an engine, generating knowledge, new talent and business between Barcelona and Tel Aviv.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/startup-cities-mediterranean-scaleup/

The main problem of the decade issues how cities will cope with fast-changing factors. It should be created in a liveable, inclusive, and competitive frame that adapts to any unexpected future challenges. In the case of Kyiv, just recovering from the pandemic, the city is facing an even larger crisis: a fight for survival. In this session, we will discover Kyiv’s experience and outline how future-ready digital technologies can help cities stay resilient even in front of the toughest challenges, during a war.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/building-a-future-ready-kyiv/

How can cities ensure their positive impact on development and transformation? Funding and financing strategies are crucial for smart city frameworks to be implemented in reality. This process requires infrastructure modernization and implementation, and local governments need to mobilise financial sources and innovative financing strategies. This session will explore the tools available as multinational development banks, PPEPs, subsidies, sovereign funds or public loans, among others; the risks embedded, and how cities can access them.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/urban-innovation-who-pays-the-bill/

The potential for innovation and growth offered by the blue economy makes it one of the main drivers of the European economy. Spain is the leading contributor to the blue economy in the Eurozone in terms of employment and second in relation to added value. The Princess of Girona Foundation, as part of its efforts to provide Spain’s young people with opportunities and improve their employability, has organised a talent development forum focusing on the blue economy, within its ‘Talent generation’ programme.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/talent-generation-talent-development-forum-opportunities-in-the-blue-economy-keynote/

To take stock of the progress made, celebrate achievements and prepare for the next phase of the Intelligent Cities Challenge, the initiative is hosting the ICC Conference and Mayors Forum on 15th and 16th of November. The Mayors Forum, brings together high-level political representatives to reinforce political commitment on the cities’ twin transition and Local Green Deals. The event is targeted to participating ICC cities and experts.

To view the agenda and to register for the session please click here

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/intelligent-cities-challenge-mayors-forum-towards-a-green-digital-and-resilient-economy/

International Finance Corporation’s Cities Initiative helps the public and private sector to build climate-resilient, sustainable, and competitive cities. This session will share IFC’s experience in supporting city clients in designing and implementing smart solutions to improve urban services. It will also introduce the ‘IFC Smart City Toolkit’ that can assess a city’s underlying smart city capability and help develop an action plan.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/how-ifc-can-help-cities-develop-a-smart-city-plan-and-invest-in-projects/

The potential for innovation and growth offered by the blue economy makes it one of the main drivers of the European economy. Spain is the leading contributor to the blue economy in the Eurozone in terms of employment and second in relation to added value. The Princess of Girona Foundation, as part of its efforts to provide Spain’s young people with opportunities and improve their employability, has organised a talent development forum focusing on the blue economy, within its ‘Talent generation’ programme.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/talent-generation-talent-development-forum-opportunities-in-the-blue-economy-blue-economy-expedition-to-smart-city/

Success Stories learnt directly from the companies that have overpassed the obstacles on a way to cooperation with cities. What are the main bottlenecks and hidden stones? What are the dos and don´ts? Major learnings? What shall we do better next time? Great opportunity to learn directly from the doers and turn their mistakes into a valuable lesson.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/panel-scale-up-success-stories-told-by-companies-stand-e81/

The potential for innovation and growth offered by the blue economy makes it one of the main drivers of the European economy. Spain is the leading contributor to the blue economy in the Eurozone in terms of employment and second in relation to added value. The Princess of Girona Foundation, as part of its efforts to provide Spain’s young people with opportunities and improve their employability, has organised a talent development forum focusing on the blue economy, within its ‘Talent generation’ programme.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/talent-generation-talent-development-forum-opportunities-in-the-blue-economy-panels-on-employment-opportunities-in-blue-economy-companies-and-start-ups/

The meeting will be dedicated to exploring the ways cities can work with the financial and investment world and bridge the potential gaps in funding and financing their investment plan. The objective is to dive into innovative ways to bridge the two worlds and align their different strategies. Innovative financing schemes paper drafted by Scalable cities will be presented as well.

Moderated by: Philippe Fournand, Scalable Cities Secretariat

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/the-need-for-innovative-financial-schemes-for-cities/

The Intelligent Cities Challenge is hosting the ICC Conference and Mayors Forum on 15th and 16th of November. The ICC Conference will have an overarching focus on the transition towards a green, digital and resilient economy. The conference brings together participating ICC cities and experts to showcase achievements and towards the green and digital transition and reassess priorities ahead in the light of the big urban challenges.

To view the agenda and to register for the session please click here

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/intelligent-cities-challenge-conference-towards-a-green-digital-and-resilient-economy/

This panel discussion features an African and European dialogue on the effective support offered by the innovation ecosystem to accelerate innovation for smarter, sustainable cities. The discussion will focus on the concept and network of Digital Innovation Hubs as an emerging approach to support corporates and start-ups in advancing innovative products and services to transition to smart cities.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/unlocking-urban-innovation-in-africa-new-ways-to-boost-the-innovation-ecosystem/

The Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce and the Embassy of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg to Spain have the pleasure to invite you to the LUXEMBOURG DAY that will be organised on Wednesday, 16th November 2022 at the Luxembourg Pavilion. > ON THE AGENDA: Mobility Innovation, Pitching Session of the Luxembourg Exhibitors, Speeches, Business Networking Reception & more. Come & Discover the Luxembourg SMART Potential!

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/luxembourg-day-luxembourg-pavilion/

Portuguese Cities engagement on providing sustainable, inclusive, resilient and safe urban spaces to address citizens needs and answer the climate emergency has created an unique opportunity to foster a vibrant and inspiring ecosystem of companies that are building in Portugal the future of cities today. In this space, meet those companies and see how they are partnering with cities to create value for citizens and have in impact.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/portugal-makes-sense-smart-cities/

Augmented Reality for Facility Management - BIM technology & solutions - Real-Time Rainfall Monitoring in real time - Sensing solutions giving the necessary access, safety & security - App for flexible city transport, operators and authorities - Mobility solutions for public services - Compressed air vehicles - Digitalization & automisation processes for Rental Management - Environmental analytics to reduce urban heat - and much more ...

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/discover-the-luxembourg-smart-potential-pitching-session-of-luxemburg-exhibitors-luxembourg-pavilion/

After the global effects of the pandemic and current geopolitical tensions, cities are making an effort to recover their economies. Traditional economic models have become obsolete as new urban challenges arise, and more people-centred, innovative and sustainable models are responding the new ways of living and working. The challenge is how to ensure a stronger role from local governments in gaining financial and fiscal autonomy, and how can cities adopt the suited economic model for their growth and development in sustainability, wellbeing and resilience.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/new-economic-models-driving-growth/

CHANGE and Metropolis will create an exhibition space that enables Agora visitors to listen to expert speakers, meet representatives from across our global network who are embedding innovative gender equity initiatives into urban innovation, and explore existing digital learning resources.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/gender-equity-in-the-digital-economy/

Do you want to be the most innovative startup at Smart City Expo World Congress?

• LUMA
• Artial 
• VOOVOO
• eWarren
• Orpheus
• Giraez
• Treesense
• E-Safiri

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/pitch-competition/

Just as it happens in creative cuisine, where trials and errors can turn into ideas and relevant solutions, city labs and participatory projects devising future cities can follow a similar approach. Parting from Eduard’s belief that team philosophy and inventiveness are the differential values of the creative culinary process, the session will explore how these values can be applied in cities, while always preserving the local heritage and cultural roots.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/creative-cuisine-sparking-inventive-cities/

When we talk about education and cities, we normally think about how municipalities can facilitate a higher access and quality of the learning processes. But what if we looked at this topic the other way around? How could better education on how cities work and their complexity, bring future generations of students and citizens closer to understanding the true complexity of cities, their challenges, and opportunities? In an increasingly challenging future, adequately teaching the city can direct towards better prospects.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/how-do-we-teach-the-city/

The future of work has been impacted by digital transformation and remote employment models. Since the global pandemic, new work trends have accelerated, enhancing the importance of digitalization, and forcing people to adapt to advanced ways of working and gaining new skills. How will work be done, from where, and by whom? And most importantly, which top skills, frames, and regulations will be necessary for a future inclusive, equitable, and sustainable workplace?

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/the-future-of-work-has-already-started/

ThoughtLab has collaborated with a global coalition of business, government, and academic leaders to provide city decision-makers with an evidence-based roadmap. This research initiative explores how 200 cities use innovation, partnerships, and other drivers of change to build their future. It also examines the changing expectations and behaviors of 2,000 citizens in 20 cities, and how these citizens view the efforts of their urban leaders.

https://www.smartcityexpo.com/agenda/building-a-future-ready-city/