Cities

For major U.S. cities, the ‘donut effect’ persists

For major U.S. cities, the ‘donut effect’ persists

New research from Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom finds that the country’s 12 largest cities may never again look like they did before the pandemic What is the shelf life of a freshly baked donut? Two days, tops. But when it comes to an entirely different kind of donut – one that Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom…
Europeans strongly support science and technology according to new Eurobarometer survey

Europeans strongly support science and technology according to new Eurobarometer survey

The latest Eurobarometer survey on ‘European citizens’ knowledge and attitudes towards science and technology’ released today shows more than 8 in 10 citizens (83%) think that the overall influence of science and technology is positive Respondents are most likely to think that renewable energies (87%), information and communication technology (79%) vaccines, and combatting infectious diseases…
Los colegios y polideportivos públicos de Las Rozas ahorran un 30% de electricidad con paneles solares

This is Las Rozas Energy: the ambitious energy efficiency project of Las Rozas Smart City

The roofs of 30 public buildings will be covered with photovoltaic panels for self-consumption and Through a Data Platform is already monitoring in real-time the clean energy generated by the panels Las Rozas continues to take giant steps toward its zero-emissions commitment. The city, which has an ambitious strategy for innovation and sustainability, has completed…
Las Rozas: A Leading Technology and Innovation Hub in Europe

Las Rozas: A Leading Technology and Innovation Hub in Europe

The city has begun 2025 by collaborating on 13 European innovation and research projects alongside 94 other European cities. In recent years, Las Rozas has implemented a strategy to promote innovation, technological and business development, support for the entrepreneurial ecosystem, and the attraction of talent. This strategy has transformed the city, both within and outside…
Leading Cities Tackle Water Scarcity with Resilience Solution of the Year

Leading Cities Tackle Water Scarcity with Resilience Solution of the Year

Gravity Water’s innovative technology captures, filters, and stores rainwater, providing safe, sustainable drinking water to communities in need around the world The 2024 QBE AcceliCITY Resilience Challenge, hosted by Leading Cities in partnership with QBE Insurance Group awarded the City Solution of the Year honor to Gravity Water, a pioneering organization addressing one of the…
Curitiba, Parana, Brazil Named the 2024 Intelligent Community of the Year

Curitiba, Parana, Brazil Named the 2024 Intelligent Community of the Year

The Intelligent Community Forum Names its First Brazilian City for Development Excellence For the first time in its 25-year history, the Intelligent Community Forum honored a Brazilian city with its top award today when it named Curitiba as the 2024 Intelligent Community of the Year. Curitiba, located in the state of Paraná, had been previously named a…
El Salvador: the surprising emerging model of smart cities focused on green and human

El Salvador: the surprising emerging model of smart cities focused on green and human

The CUBOs (Urban Centers for Well-being and Opportunities) aim to renew people's ability to project themselves in their country and to build a Salvadoran dream Until a few years ago, El Salvador did not usually make headlines. Unfortunately, when news did come out about the little thumb of Central America, this country so battered by…
Barcelona’s Blueprint for the Future: A Conversation with CIO Michael Donaldson at SCEWC 2024

Barcelona’s Blueprint for the Future: A Conversation with CIO Michael Donaldson at SCEWC 2024

How collaboration, citizen engagement, and cutting-edge technology are transforming Barcelona into a global model of smart city innovation In our interview series, Smart Voices at Smart City Expo World Congress 2024, we bring you exclusive insights from the leaders shaping the cities of tomorrow. Today, we’re thrilled to feature Michael Donaldson, Chief Information Officer of…
Barcelona brings its sustainability commitment to the Smart City

Barcelona brings its sustainability commitment to the Smart City

The city presents a series of integrated initiatives at the Smart City Expo World Congress, combining sustainability, technology, and citizen participation, paving the way for a healthier, more livable, and resilient urban future. At the Smart City Expo 2024, the Barcelona City Council showcases its commitment to the city's green transformation, aligned with the Climate…
Las Rozas, hub of innovation and talent

Las Rozas, hub of innovation and talent

The city, which presides the Spanish Network of Smart Cities (RECI), is the headquarters of the IoT Madrid Cluster and is participating in 11 European R+D projects Las Rozas has positioned itself on the national and even international map of cities committed to innovation and talent. With the help of Las Rozas Innova, a Public Company for…