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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.

Westminster progresses micro logistics hub to reduce emissions

Westminster progresses micro logistics hub to reduce emissions

Logistics10 Feb 2025by SmartCitiesWorld news team

Supported by the Cross River Partnership, the proposed hub will optimise last-mile deliveries and promote zero-tailpipe emission transport such as e-cargo bikes.

Boise urban heat study to combat effects of climate change

Climate action07 Feb 2025

Boise urban heat study to combat effects of climate change

The project, completed with the help of City of Boise partners, highlights the importance of trees and vegetation to those living with extreme urban heat.

GetGreen Arlington launches tool to inspire climate action

Climate action07 Feb 2025

GetGreen Arlington launches tool to inspire climate action

The app is tailored to meet Arlington’s environmental goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and fostering a community of eco-conscious individuals.

Birmingham launches on-street EV charging network

Electric vehicles07 Feb 2025

Birmingham launches on-street EV charging network

It is working with Ubitricity to deploy 560 lamppost EV charge points to help increase access to overnight charging for residents without off-street parking.

Glasgow and 3Ci partner to create net-zero neighbourhood

Climate action05 Feb 2025

Glasgow and 3Ci partner to create net-zero neighbourhood

Govanhill has been chosen for the pilot project due to its proximity to a district heating network opportunity, as well as its diversity of built environment.

Certification programme aims to boost interoperability and cybersecurity

Internet of Things05 Feb 2025

Certification programme aims to boost interoperability and cybersecurity

The Wi-Sun Alliance’s wireless mesh specification also aims to help smart city planners and utilities navigate around problems such as vendor lock-in.

Partnership aims to boost EV ownership in urban areas

Electric vehicles04 Feb 2025

Partnership aims to boost EV ownership in urban areas

Vauxhall is partnering with global EV charging company Jolt to offer free charging for its EV owners for a limited period at 40-plus charging units in London.

Climate action04 Feb 2025

How to decarbonise the building sector

Latest report by the Energy Transitions Commission global coalition aims to provide a complete picture of the industry’s emissions and energy usage.

Tree Council and Network Rail renew tree planting partnership

Climate action03 Feb 2025

Tree Council and Network Rail renew tree planting partnership

Network Rail is pledging £1.2m to plant trees in three regions in England, supporting its ambition to achieve biodiversity net gain across its land by 2035.

Boston will require new buildings to hit net zero standards

Planning and redevelopment31 Jan 2025

Boston will require new buildings to hit net zero standards

The new zoning will introduce decarbonisation requirements for development projects that accelerate progress on the City’s goal of being carbon-neutral by 2050.

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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.

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.

UK train station harvests kinetic energy from commuters’ footsteps

The project at Leighton Buzzard station aims to show how untapped footfall energy at transport hubs represents a real opportunity to provide sustainable energy sources.

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.

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Harnessing location intelligence for global resilience and sustainable investments

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

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How satellite data can help cities battle climate change

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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 ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: SatVu

SatVu will show how the nature of earth observation data makes it exceptionally inclusive and can help to create a much ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: ESA’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS)

ESA’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) will be showcasing the potential for space applications to ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: REEN

Are static routes for waste collection out and dynamic routes the future? REEN will be highlighting its sensor ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: NeuerEnergy

NeuerEnergy will demonstrate how it can help cities drive change by reducing the carbon footprint of the built ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: Libelium

Libelium will be demonstrating its cutting-edge IoT solutions designed to monitor and reduce urban pollution based on ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the exhibitor: AppyWay

AppyWay will show cities why they need to adopt dynamic and data-driven kerbside management systems to optimise the use ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the speaker: Shelby Rust Busó, City of San Diego

Shelby Rust Busó, chief sustainability officer, City of San Diego, Sustainability and Mobility Department, explains why ...

Power play: The race to decarbonisation

With today’s power plants needing to dynamically balance complex energy inputs with fluctuating demands, operators must ...

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 – meet the speaker: Matt Greener, Arriva UK

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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile 2024 – City of Madrid

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Trend Report 2025: Enabling connectivity in cities to improve urban life

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Discover how ubiquitous connectivity is transforming urban living by enhancing efficiency, producing more liveable spaces and making cities smarter.

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OnDemand Panel discussion: The role of telecoms in building smarter cities

Watch this panel discussion with Sand Technologies OnDemand to explore urban connectivity and its role in enhancing smart city development in 2025 and beyond.

Latest Podcast

Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 24 - The City Resilience Framework & the next decade of resilience

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SmartCitiesWorld City Profile 2024 – City of Madrid

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Research

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.

White Paper: Smart LED streetlights - the gold standard for measurable carbon reduction

Discover how cities can reduce energy costs and track carbon emission reductions by upgrading outdated streetlights to LED technology with smart controls. This white paper outlines the limitations of relying solely on renewables or carbon capture to meet decarbonisation goals and emphasises the cost-effectiveness and immediate impact of energy efficiency projects.

Cities Climate Action Summit 2024: lessons and takeaways

With Cities Climate Action Summit 2024 at a close, look back at some of the key actions and considerations for cities including actionable insights to accelerate climate action, emphasising the development of policies, the deployment of cutting edge technologies and the methods of financing projects in climate action across energy, mobility and the built environment.

Webinars

OnDemand Panel discussion: Harnessing the power of AI for smarter utilities

Watch this panel discussion with Sand Technologies OnDemand to discover how AI can bring innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and reliability for utilities providers.

OnDemand Global Local Executive Panel: From Smart Cities to Sustainable Futures – AI and Local Governance

In this virtual session, panellists will explore innovative approaches to issues such as urban planning, transportation, and public safety, with a specific focus on the role of local governments in implementing AI solutions.

OnDemand Webinar: Demystifying the AI journey for cities

We explore how cities can overcome these barriers and embark on a successful AI journey, discovering the processes involved in applying AI to city data and creating valuable actionable insights across sustainability, operational efficiency, safety and beyond.