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

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2026 must be the year that the UK ends the micromobility limbo

Jim Hubbard, Voi UK’s head of public policy, says now is the time to speak up on micromobility if you want to see greener, better-connected cities and towns that drive economic growth.

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Latest news on smart city projects tackling energy and climate change - one of the most pressing issue of our age. We cover air quality, smart grids, solar and wind & water power, renewable energy and working towards meeting sustainable development goals.

Boston continues to build climate-ready workforce

Boston continues to build climate-ready workforce

People and skills20 Feb 2026by SmartCitiesWorld news team

PowerCorps connects residents with hands-on jobs training and expands career pathways, strengthening neighbourhoods and building a climate-ready workforce.

Solar power19 Feb 2026

Somaliland city launches green vision

Working with Global South Utilities, Berbera aims to transition the city’s electricity system from diesel to renewable-powered generation and battery storage.

Warrington partners to accelerate EV transition

Electric vehicles19 Feb 2026

Warrington partners to accelerate EV transition

The borough council is working with Believ to install fast, rapid and ultra-rapid points supporting, the UK town’s sustainable transport and climate goals.

Five projects selected to support inclusive mobility in Medellín

Inclusivity18 Feb 2026

Five projects selected to support inclusive mobility in Medellín

Initiative aims to improve mobility for people with reduced mobility in the districts which have the highest number of residents with physical disabilities.

Kuala Lumpur sets roadmap for decarbonising the built environment

Climate action18 Feb 2026

Kuala Lumpur sets roadmap for decarbonising the built environment

Malaysian capital worked with C40 Cities and the UK on a four-year initiative to integrate inclusive, practical climate action into planning and operations.

City of London Corporation celebrates climate heroes

Climate action18 Feb 2026

City of London Corporation celebrates climate heroes

Five businesses are recognised for cutting carbon, reducing waste and embracing circular economy, driving real progress on climate action and sustainability.

Town of Coventry completes landfill solar project

Solar power17 Feb 2026

Town of Coventry completes landfill solar project

Developed on a capped landfill site, Coventry Landfill Solar project will generate around 7.7 million kWh annually, enough to power for more than 1,100 homes.

Irish government commits €35m to local climate action

Climate action17 Feb 2026

Irish government commits €35m to local climate action

Funding, which comes under the EU Just Transition Fund, recognises the key role local authorities play in making the transition to a climate-neutral economy.

Milton Keynes sets roadmap for cleaner, greener city

Climate action17 Feb 2026

Milton Keynes sets roadmap for cleaner, greener city

Strategy follows a public consultation and aims to help households save money, improve neighbourhoods and support long‑term health and resilience of the UK city.

Test in Tallinn announces latest smart city friendly projects

Economic Development16 Feb 2026

Test in Tallinn announces latest smart city friendly projects

Projects include an autonomous electric car charging robot and a bike tracker device that collects data on vehicle speeds, road conditions and user behaviour.

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Where US agencies are finding measurable value from AI

Research from Euna Solutions shows that while most public sector agencies are exploring AI, measurable value today is concentrated in operational workflows.

Five projects selected to support inclusive mobility in Medellín

Initiative aims to improve mobility for people with reduced mobility in the districts which have the highest number of residents with physical disabilities.

Traffic control centre unveiled in Czech city

Project in Karlovy Vary has integrated and interconnected a range of public transport systems with traffic monitoring systems covering overall road traffic.

Municipalities pilot AI-driven road infrastructure platform

geoROAD.ai is on a mission to democratise road safety technology with its AI-driven tool that identifies road and traffic safety risks before they cause harm.

Town of Coventry completes landfill solar project

Developed on a capped landfill site, Coventry Landfill Solar project will generate around 7.7 million kWh annually, enough to power for more than 1,100 homes.

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How AI and biometrics are shaping next-generation mobility payments

Fuad Alsagoff, Senior Manager, Mobility Payment Systems, Urban Solutions at ST Engineering, explains how mobility ...

Connected video and sensors for greener urban living

Intelligent video sensors and AI are altering how cities manage sustainability. Andrea Sorri and Johnny Lee at Axis ...

How cities can get ahead with AI-enabled traffic management

Dr Chong Chee Chung, Vice President, ITS Architecting, Mobility Road, Urban Solutions at ST Engineering, explains how a ...

Building smarter cities: scaling sustainability and efficiency with smart city platforms

ST Engineering’s Richard Ng explains how integrated smart city platforms can support cities in becoming more ...

From buildings to cities: the key to scaling missions reductions

Mahesh Ramanujam, president and CEO of the Global Network for Zero, explains how city governments should focus ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2025: Meet the exhibitor – Ecosystem Informatics (ESI)

Dr Shirook Ali, Founder and CEO of Ecosystem Informatics (ESI), explains what the climate tech firm will be bringing to ...

From smog to solutions: The case for cleaner air in our cities

Mete Coban, deputy mayor of London for energy and environment, and Jane Burston, CEO of the Clean Air Fund, discuss the ...

Ethical AI, geospatial data and the future of digital transformation

Manish Jethwa, chief technology officer at Ordnance Survey (OS), looks at how AI will impact the world of geospatial ...

Harnessing location intelligence for global resilience and sustainable investments

Donna Lyndsay, strategic market lead for sustainability at Ordnance Survey (OS), looks at the role location ...

A water-secure future: cost-effective and sustainable smart metering at scale

Chong Liang Ming, Head of Smart Utilities, Urban Solutions at ST Engineering, explains how water advanced metering ...

How satellite data can help cities battle climate change

Francesco Amato of Latitudo 40 explains how cities can harness the power of satellite imagery analysis and AI to ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: Latitudo 40

Latitudo 40 sits at the convergence of satellite imagery analysis and AI and will demonstrate the vital role satellite ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: SSE Energy Solutions

SSE Energy Solutions will show how by leveraging the power of smart city data, cities have a key role to play in ...

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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

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: 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

Webinar (3 Mar): Preparing for AI - understanding the data groundwork with Sunderland

Discover how Sunderland is turning a strong, city‑wide data foundation into real‑world impact by using secure, scalable AI to transform planning, services, and community outcomes.

Latest Podcast

How cities can own their data and their future with sovereign AI

Podcasts

Tune into the SmartCitiesWorld podcast to understand the world of sovereign AI for cities, featuring PNY Technologies’ Youssef Nadiri as our expert guest.

Latest Urban Exchange Podcast

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.

Latest Special Report

2026 must be the year that the UK ends the micromobility limbo

Jim Hubbard, Voi UK’s head of public policy, says now is the time to speak up on micromobility if you want to see greener, better-connected cities and towns that drive economic growth.

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Where US agencies are finding measurable value from AI

Five projects selected to support inclusive mobility in Medellín

Traffic control centre unveiled in Czech city

Municipalities pilot AI-driven road infrastructure platform

Town of Coventry completes landfill solar project

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City Profiles

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – Dublin

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.

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile 2024 – City of Madrid

Discover how the city of Madrid is innovating to become a smarter, more sustainable city that’s able to deliver improved services to residents and visitors alike.

SmartCitiesWorld City Profile – San Diego

Delve into this City Profile which focuses on how the City of San Diego is innovating through policy and technology to best serve its communities. Find out how it splits the city’s challenges and matches them to solutions that demonstrate exactly how technology, policy and investment come together to overcome both every-day and long-term issues.

Research

Insight Report: City as a system – linking edge intelligence and digital twins for better urban life

How edge computing, AI and digital twins can combine to improve community outcomes and inclusivity as well as build resilience

UkraineVerse: the blueprint for global regions with a lack of infrastructure

Discover how the UkraineVerse project is supporting reconstruction and redevelopment in Ukraine, and how the project acts as a blueprint for other underdeveloped and post-conflict regions.

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.

Webinars

OnDemand Webinar: Getting your data strategy right for smarter sites and safer operations

Discover the crucial role industrial sites are playing in shaping safety, resilience, and service continuity for continued city connectivity.

OnDemand Webinar: How sensors, AI, and digital twins can shape the future of urban transport

Delve into the how the convergence of visual sensors, digital twins and artificial intelligence are revolutionising urban mobility.

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.