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2024
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2023
2024 Seoul Smart City Prize Finalist
The Seoul Smart City Prize is designed to promote an innovative yet inclusive smart city model that looks after underprivileged groups in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution that is driven by information and communication technology. This core mission serves as the basis of the two categories of the Prize, Tech-InnovaCity and Human-CentriCity, as WeGO and the Seoul Metropolitan Government envision that smart city should be defined and measured in terms of being both human-centric and technology-centric, rather than merely being centered around the advancement of technology.
In celebrating the winners to be awarded at the Seoul Smart City Prize Ceremony in Seoul, an unparalleled opportunity is provided to show the world their work and be placed in the spotlight as leaders spearheading the development of innovative and inclusive smart cities.
Winner
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Tech-InnovaCity
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Human-CentriCity
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Special Mention
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Leadership
Tech-InnovaCity
A total of 8 projects in Tech-InnovaCity that focus on the integration of innovative policies and technologies in all sectors of society and domains ranging from mobility, safety, welfare, environment, energy, culture, and governance.
Human-CentriCity
A total of 8 projects in Human-CentriCity that are designed to prioritize digital inclusion in smart city development, thereby overcoming or mitigating the digital divide, and that aim to serve specific target groups among the citizen population, such as the elderly, youth, and the disabled.
Special Mention
Green Global Growth Institute (GGGI) - One project is selected with a partner international organization of WeGO in the field of urban development, sustainability, and other relevant fields to smart city development.
International Institute for Management Development (IMD) - One city is selected on the basis of the WeGO Smart City Index Research, in consultation with the research partner.
SEMI - One project is selected with a partner corporation of WeGO that has demonstrated significant socio-economic and environmental impact, leveraging learnings and collaborating between different economies, and quality of reporting, thoroughness, clarity and transparency.
Leadership
One individual that has demonstrated leadership in developing or promoting the innovative use of technology and data to impact the lives of global citizens are selected in the Leadership category.
Prize for Winners
For the Seoul Smart City Prize selected winners will be awarded the following:
Awarded a prize trophy made by Arijian representing the numbers ‘1’ and ‘0’ going beyond the digital definition and embedded Korean aspects by combining metal and mother of pearl into an art piece.
Awarded at the Seoul Smart City Prize Ceremony in Seoul being providing an unparalleled opportunity to show the world their work in the development of innovative and inclusive smart cities.
Invited to participate in a tailored capacity-building training program in Seoul to experience peer-to-peer knowledge exchange and share know-hows in advancing human-centered city development.
Among the winners, selected projects will be given an opportunity to collaborate with the Seoul Metropolitan Government on a smart city project on various models including but not limited to feasibility study and a pilot implementation, triangular cooperation, and collaborative demonstration which will be customized to the selected cities’ smart city development stages and policy needs.
Invited to present their cases in a presentation, roundtable discussion, or exhibition format at the international events and their achievements will be publicized on official websites, and other forms of media channels
Prize
Tech-InnovaCity Prize & Human-CentriCity Prize
Tech-InnovaCity: Total of 8 projects that focus on the integration of innovative policies and technologies in all sectors of society and domains ranging from mobility, safety, welfare, environment, energy, culture, and governance.
Human-CentriCity: Total of 8 Projects that are designed to prioritize digital inclusion in smart city development, thereby overcoming or mitigating the digital divide, and that aim to serve specific target groups among the citizen population, such as the elderly, youth, and the disabled.
Leadership Prize
Leadership: One individual will be selected on the basis of demonstrating leadership in bringing innovation and/or innovative application of technology and data, excellent use of technology and data that increased the quality of life of city residents, achieved significant impact (concepts, values, agendas, projects, products) on the smart cities industry or urban community, and has demonstrated collaborative effort and leadership to tackle urban problems through innovative approaches.
Special Mention
Special Mention - International Organization: One project will be selected together with a partner international organization of WeGO in the field of urban development, sustainability, and other relevant fields to smart city development on the basis of the project’s alignment with the values and missions of the international organization.
Special Mention - Smart Cities Index: One city will be selected on the basis of the WeGO Smart City Index Research, in consultation with a research partner.
Special Mention - Corporation: One corporation will be selected together with a corporate partner in the field of sustainability and renewable or low-carbon energy sources in industries.
2023 Seoul Smart City Prize Finalist
The Seoul Smart City Prize is designed to promote an innovative yet inclusive smart city model that looks after underprivileged groups in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution that is driven by information and communication technology. This core mission serves as the basis of the two categories of the Prize, Tech-InnovaCity and Human-CentriCity, as WeGO and the Seoul Metropolitan Government envision that smart city should be defined and measured in terms of being both human-centric and technology-centric, rather than merely being centered around the advancement of technology.
In celebrating the winners to be awarded at the Seoul Smart City Prize Ceremony in Seoul, an unparalleled opportunity is provided to show the world their work and be placed in the spotlight as leaders spearheading the development of innovative and inclusive smart cities.
Winner
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Tech-InnovaCity
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Human-CentriCity
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Special Mention
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Leadership
Tech-InnovaCity
A total of 8 projects in Tech-InnovaCity that focus on the integration of innovative policies and technologies in all sectors of society and domains ranging from mobility, safety, welfare, environment, energy, culture, and governance.
Human-CentriCity
A total of 8 projects in Human-CentriCity that are designed to prioritize digital inclusion in smart city development, thereby overcoming or mitigating the digital divide, and that aim to serve specific target groups among the citizen population, such as the elderly, youth, and the disabled.
Special Mention
Green Global Growth Institute (GGGI) - One project
is selected with a partner international
organization of WeGO in the field of urban
development, sustainability, and other relevant
fields to smart city development.
International Institute for Management Development
(IMD) -Two cities are selected on the basis of the
WeGO Smart City Index Research, in consultation
with the research partner.
Leadership
Two individuals that have demonstrated leadership in developing or promoting the innovative use of technology and data to impact the lives of global citizens are selected in the Leadership category.
Prize Presenters
Prize for Winners
For the Seoul Smart City Prize selected winners will be awarded the following:
Awarded a prize trophy made by Arijian representing the numbers ‘1’ and ‘0’ going beyond the digital definition and embedded Korean aspects by combining metal and mother of pearl into an art piece.
Awarded at the Seoul Smart City Prize Ceremony in Seoul being providing an unparalleled opportunity to show the world their work in the development of innovative and inclusive smart cities.
Invited to participate in a tailored capacity-building training program in Seoul to experience peer-to-peer knowledge exchange and share know-hows in advancing human-centered city development.
Among the winners, selected projects will be given an opportunity to collaborate with the Seoul Metropolitan Government on a smart city project on various models including but not limited to feasibility study and a pilot implementation, triangular cooperation, and collaborative demonstration which will be customized to the selected cities’ smart city development stages and policy needs.
Invited to present their cases in a presentation, roundtable discussion, or exhibition format at the international events and their achievements will be publicized on official websites, and other forms of media channels
Special Mention: GGGI/IMD
Special Mention - International Organization:
One project will be selected together with a
partner international organization of WeGO in the field
of urban development, sustainability, and other relevant
fields to smart city development on the basis of the
project’s alignment with the values and missions of the
international organization.
The projects will be assessed on four factors: green growth relevance, innovative smart options, government commitment and citizen participation, and having high standards of climate action.
Special Mention - Smart Cities Index:
Two
cities will be selected on the basis of the WeGO Smart
City Index Research, in consultation with a research
partner.
* Special Mention award recipients will be contacted
separately.
Prize
Tech-InnovaCity Prize & Human-CentriCity Prize
The top three applications of each category (“Tech-InnovaCity” and “Human-CentriCity”) will receive the first, second, and third place prizes. The selected applicants can be a city, company, or an institution.
Leadership Prize
Two individuals will be selected on the basis of demonstrating leadership in bringing innovation and/or innovative application of technology and data, excellent use of technology and data that increased the quality of life of city residents, achieved significant impact (concepts, values, agendas, projects, products) on the smart cities industry or urban community, and has demonstrated collaborative effort and leadership to tackle urban problems through innovative approaches.
Special Mention
One project can be selected together with a partner international organization of WeGO in the field of urban development, sustainability, and other relevant fields to smart city development on the basis of the project’s alignment with the values and missions of the international organization.
Two cities can be selected on the basis of the WeGO Smart City Index Research, in consultation with the research partner.
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GOLD
Wellington
Name of Project
Wellington Climate Change Adaptation Digital Twin
Location of Project Implementation
Wellington
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
The Wellington Climate Change Digital Twin, using a novel approach connecting city planning, climate science and community values with decision-making processes, enables indigenous and local communities to more easily understand the impacts of climate change and the complexity of potential responses. Layering a two-way engagement functionality with the Digital Twin allows communities to co-create community climate adaptation actions, exchanging information and ideas with the Council, allowing for critical and coordinated adaptation decisions to be made that communities feel ownership of.
SILVER
Los Angeles
Name of Project
MyLA 311 Citizen Relationship Management System
Location of Project Implementation
Los Angeles
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
MyLA 311 Citizen Relationship Management System, established by the City of Los Angeles Information Technology Agency, offers citizens easy access to over 1,500 informational topics with over 68 different service request types, ranging from pothole repair to annual Christmas tree disposal. The System is constantly being updated to include more services and features, including the mobile app professionally translated into five languages and the Call Center supporting over 150 spoken languages through real-time professional translation services to make residents of the second largest city in the United States feel engaged and connected.
SILVER
Madrid
Name of Project
Madrid Data Driven, City Intelligence
Location of Project Implementation
Madrid
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
Madrid Data Driven: City Intelligence, launched by the Madrid City Council, proposes a city model that is hyperconnected and hyper-automated, in which data-driven service management improves its interoperability. By adopting a model case of public-private partnerships and placing citizens as the co-producer of public services, all municipal services are interconnected in a shared data network and users interact with public administration through notices and incidents regarding the services they receive while co-designing digital public services.
BRONZE
Abuja
Name of Project
Smart waste management - optimizing municipal solid waste management leveraging digital technology
Location of Project Implementation
Abuja
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
Smart Waste management project seeks to document key players in the waste management space across Abuja, Nigeria, and empower women in informal employment to operate profitable circular businesses leveraging digital technology. The Smart Waste Mobile Application will in return increase the capacity of waste haulers to collect more municipal solid waste, extract more recyclables, cut-down carbon emission and discourage littering.
BRONZE
Almaty
Name of Project
The Geoanalytics Platform
Location of Project Implementation
Almaty
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
The Geoanalytics Platform, initiated by the Almaty City, is an information system designed for city analysis, and is known for its comprehensive integration of diverse data sources, real-time processing capabilities, anonymized data approach, and advanced analytics and visualization features. With a focus on socio-economic analytics, the platform supports evidence-based policy-making, leading to more efficient resource allocation, improved public services, and a better understanding of urban dynamics.
BRONZE
George Town
Name of Project
The Smart Island Digital Twin (SmIDaT)
Location of Project Implementation
George Town
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
The Smart Island Digital Twin (SmIDaT) integrates reality and virtuality to provide accurate mapping. It is a system that is a step above conventional data collection using big data, real-time feed, IoT and AI. The implementation of digital infrastructure, operations and planning initiatives under this system will significantly improve the residents’ quality of life, ensure inclusivity in city planning while optimizing the ecological environment and improve city resilience.
CORPORATION
Majal Berkane SA
Name of Project
E-Moulouya
Location of Project Implementation
Berkane
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
The E-Moulouya project is dedicated to the environmental enhancement of the Site of Biological and Ecological Interest of Moulouya. Its main goal is to conserve the local flora and fauna through the implementation of a smart monitoring platform that utilizes AI and IoT technologies. With a research and development (R&D) approach, the project prioritizes AI, computer vision, and IoT technologies to achieve the identification and classification of all species within the targeted region while emphasizing water quality monitoring.
INSTITUTION
Digital Agency for Public Innovation (ADIP)
Name of Project
Software Development Factory
Location of Project Implementation
Mexico City
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
The Software Development Factory aims to guarantee infrastructure, autonomy and sustainability of services through own developments in open source and financed publicly. It is made up of 40 programmers who have contributed to the generation of more than 200 proprietary developments that provide effective solutions to the needs of the city.
GOLD
Odense
Name of Project
LEAP - Leadership, Empowerment, and Advocacy for the People
Location of Project Implementation
Odense
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
The LEAP Project that stands for Leadership, Empowerment, and Advocacy for the People develop the city in collaboration with local citizens through dialogue and a strong sense of community to shape their local neighborhoods. A digital platform is used for citizen involvement for both citizens and the city to strengthen the democratic dialogue. LEAP has created a new methodology for increasing welfare in the future through digital citizen involvement. This is achieved through online questionnaires which are distributed via a national digital mailbox, an online public meeting which permits busy citizens more flexibility and finally through online advertising, which ensures that citizens of all ages are reached.
SILVER
Dublin
Name of Project
Academy of the Near Future (ANF)
Location of Project Implementation
Dublin
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
Academy of the Near Future (ANF) is a smart cities education programme for students and local authority professionals developed in a partnership between Dublin City Council (DCC) and CONNECT Research Centre at Trinity College Dublin. The programme aims to increase awareness about how technology shapes cities, and build meaningful engagement between local authority workers and citizens by providing workshops that assume no prior knowledge of technology and empower participants to tackle societal challenges with technology.
SILVER
Manila
Name of Project
Go! Manila
Location of Project Implementation
Manila
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
Go! Manila is a groundbreaking digital social innovation that is set to bridge the gap of the digital divide and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Philippines. What initially began as a mere app for managing traffic, facilitating business registration, and enabling tax payments has rapidly evolved into a comprehensive platform. This platform now serves as an inclusive innovation agenda, enabling immediate access to vital government services and benefits, ranging from food, health, housing, education, to livelihood opportunities.
BRONZE
Da Nang
Name of Project
Smart Trips Platform
Location of Project Implementation
Da Nang
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
Smart Trips Platform is a crucial digital platform and a component of the smart city application ecosystem in Da Nang city. It integrates digital maps and sensor devices, GPS for the management and monitoring of various vehicles involved in transportation, such as ambulances, fire trucks, garbage trucks, public buses, etc. It forms a comprehensive data management system, big data analysis, providing information to the Intelligent Operations Center (IOC) for monitoring and tracking the operation of vehicle systems throughout the city.
BRONZE
Luxembourg City
Name of Project
Digital Mandate (digital proxy) for the MyGuichet.lu Platform
Location of Project Implementation
Luxembourg City
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
Digital Mandate (digital proxy) for the MyGuichet.lu platform, introduced by Luxembourg’s Ministry for Digitalisation & Government IT Center, enables a person to carry out digital administrative procedures on behalf of another person on the platform. The project aims to make digital administrative procedures more accessible for everyone and more inclusive by allowing non-digital people to use digital administrative procedures, including the elderly, disabled, and people who are often overwhelmed by the digital requirements.
BRONZE
São Paulo
Name of Project
Accessible Services Network Map
Location of Project Implementation
São Paulo
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
The Map of the Network of the Person with Disability is an instrument which makes available accessible public equipment which provide services to the person with disability in São Paulo by georeferencing through a virtual interface dimensioned to make the consultation and analysis process easier for people.
CORPORATION
One Smile Foundation
Name of Project
A smile turns into a donation! Project to visualize and improve the well-being of the city
Location of Project Implementation
Yokohama
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
This project uses smile recognition technology in IT sensor devices, such as security and surveillance cameras, to donate one smile that equals one cent based on the number of daily smiles. This initiative serves as an alternative method to traditional well-being surveys in Japan, mainly based on questionnaires, for people who cannot answer them, such as preschool children, the sick, and people with disabilities.
INSTITUTION
Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology
Name of Project
Establishment of Vietnam-Korea Cooperation Center for Smart City and Construction Technology
Location of Project Implementation
Hanoi
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
This project aims to establish the Vietnam-Korea Cooperation Center for Smart City and Construction Technology at the Academy of Managers for Construction and Cities (AMC) in Hanoi, Vietnam. The center will focus on developing Smart City Certification (SCC) guidelines, setting up a technology exchange exhibition hall, showcasing pilot projects and master plans for smart cities, implementing capacity-building programs, and installing advanced educational equipment to create a conducive learning environment for smart cities.
GGGI
Kaohsiung
Name of Project
Kaohsiung Agrinfo Platform
Location of Project Implementation
Kaohsiung
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
Kaohsiung Agrinfo Platform, built by the Kaohsiung City Government, has digitized agriculture information in real time to support farmers confronted by potential disasters from extreme climate change. The platform serves as a digital integration of agricultural information, collecting more than 4,700 agricultural surveys per year, with an hourly disaster prevention warning analysis of more than 62 crops, and provision of a visual presentation of agricultural information in 211 locations in the city.
IMD
Abu Dhabi
Name of Project
Smart Parks using IoT Platform
Location of Project Implementation
Abu Dhabi
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
Smart parks projects, led by the Department of Municipalities and Transport in the Abu Dhabi Emirates, leverage the latest advances in technology, including the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and data analytics, to create a more equitable and energy efficient park experience. The IoT Platform gathers and analyzes real-time data such as the number of park visitors, the energy savings generated by the smart lighting system, and automates the processes of the park by setting predefined actions with specific triggers such as the increase in soil moisture will trigger the opening of irrigation devices.
IMD
Madinah
Name of Project
City Living Museum
Location of Project Implementation
Madinah
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
The City Living Museum Project, led by the Madinah Development Authority, envisions a program that brings together various resources, participants, and consumers to enhance the city living experience. By creating a comprehensive and immersive experience for residents and visitors that seamlessly integrates cultural, historical, and contemporary elements, the program serves as a crucial link between the public and the resources and services available within the city, ensuring an enriching and accessible city living experience for all.
Leadership
Konya, Türkiye
Name of Leader
Uğur İbrahim Altay
Title/Position of Leader
Mayor of Konya
Category
Leadership
Project Summary
As a Civil Engineer, Konya Mayor Uğur İbrahim Altay has implemented nearly 200 Smart City Applications to increase the quality of life and service efficiency in Konya, which has made Konya an exemplary city on a national and international scale in the field of Smart Urbanism. The Mayor, who developed a strategy by focusing on HUMAN and other living beings while using technology, has ensured that especially women, the disabled, the disadvantaged and the elderly benefit from all the services of the city and that the plants and animals in nature are not forgotten. His leadership during the recent earthquake disaster in Türkiye is estimable as he effectively utilized the smart city applications to alleviate the grievances of the residents, ranging from implementing the Solar Mobile Charging Station, which does not require any power source to meet emergency communication needs to installing satellite systems to provide internet access after the earthquake.
Leadership
Dhaka South City Corporation, Bangladesh
Name of Leader
Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh
Title/Position of Leader
Mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation
Category
Leadership
Project Summary
Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh has contributed significantly to the city's headway and well-being of the city residents. Through practical urban arranging and vigorous courses of action, he has been able to investigate the complexities of urbanization and attempting to make it more tolerable, flexible and livable. Through his vision and leadership, the city has effectively implemented innovation and data-driven arrangements to enhance good governance and urban adaptabilities. The utilization of the city's innovation includes intelligent activity administration frameworks and e-governance stages.
GOLD
Reykjavik
Name of Project
Better City For Children - School Services
Location of Project Implementation
Reykjavik
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
Reykjavik revamped its school services by creating a digital system, streamlining applications, and improving communication. Key changes included secure info-sharing between teachers and specialists, forming solution teams for early intervention, and replacing paper forms with a single digital application. These efforts boosted the efficiency of school services.
SILVER
DAIN Inc
Name of Project
DAIN
Location of Project Implementation
Santa Monica
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
DAIN provides a universal interoperability layer for seamless communication between services and AI agents in natural language, simplifying integration across devices. Its Network of Experts enhances AI capabilities through interconnected neural networks, while blockchain technology ensures secure transactions. The goal is to create a smart, autonomous internet that consolidates services into one platform, improving user experience and enabling efficient development of AI-powered services.
SILVER
Abu Dhabi
Name of Project
STEAM+ Modelling & Analytics Framework
Location of Project Implementation
Abu Dhabi
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
STEAM+ Modelling & Analytics framework is a well-established/ Locally & Internationally recognized tool. It is the official decision support model for all investments in the transport sector in Abu Dhabi Emirate and is intensively being used by Internal & external stakeholders, decision makers & the executive office of Abu Dhabi, developers & consultants In the Emirate, in addition to universities & research facilities.
BRONZE
WeavAir Sp Zoo
Name of Project
Resilient & Energy Efficient Digital Twin Solution for Smarter Cities starting with Hospitality
Location of Project Implementation
Makati
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
WeavAir enhances energy efficiency and sustainability in smart cities through digital twins, AI analytics, and IoT sensors. Its key components include WeavDetect for monitoring energy use, WeavPredict for demand forecasting, and WeavConnect for actionable insights. By reducing energy consumption and costs across various industries, WeavAir addresses urban energy management challenges and supports sustainability goals. With a proven track record and strategic partnerships, it is poised to advance global smart city initiatives.
BRONZE
Madiun Regency - ECOLANT
Name of Project
Madiun Regency Street Light Project with Smart Solution
Location of Project Implementation
Madiun Regency
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
Madiun Regency, Indonesia, faced issues with poor street lighting due to inadequate infrastructure. To improve safety, nighttime economic activity, and meet energy efficiency goals, the city implemented smart LED street lighting in 2023, using IoCT technology. This solution reduces energy use by over 50% while supporting Sustainable Development Goals for clean energy, economic growth, and urban sustainability.
BRONZE
Cali
Name of Project
Centro de Ciencia, Arte y Tecnología de Cali
Location of Project Implementation
Cali
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
The Centro de Ciencia, Arte y Tecnología in Cali is a 23,000 square meter facility promoting science, art, and technology. It includes the Centro Creativo Digital with a Planetarium and Motion Capture Room, the Museo Interactivo featuring augmented reality and robotics, and the Parque Tecnológico for coworking and AI research. The Hall de Exhibiciones hosts digital and cultural events, while ample parking ensures accessibility. This project aims to enhance education, drive economic growth, and engage the community.
CORPORATION
Alternative Mobility-GmbH
Name of Project
Revolutionizing Urban Mobility through Innovative EV-KIT Technologies
Location of Project Implementation
Ahrensburg
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
Alternative Mobility GmbH proposes an Innovative Electric Vehicle (EV) Kit to electrify public transportation buses and utility vehicles to revolutionize urban mobility by promoting cleaner air, quieter streets, enhanced safety, and a greener environment. The project centers on converting diesel-powered buses into electric vehicles equipped with advanced battery systems and sophisticated electric motors. By replacing conventional diesel engines, integrating cutting-edge electric systems, and using sustainable materials, harmful emissions get reduced and also aligns with global sustainability goals.
INSTITUTION
University of Texas at Arlington
Name of Project
RAPID (Rideshare, Automation, and Payment Integration Demonstration) and Autonomous Food Delivery for Vulnerable Communities
Location of Project Implementation
Arlington
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
Arlington, Texas developed RAPID, the first U.S. service to integrate autonomous vehicles into its on-demand public transit system. Launched in 2020 with federal funding and public input from UTA, the service expanded with self-driving vehicles and now includes drone-based grocery delivery to underserved areas, improving equity and health outcomes.
GOLD
Baguio City
Name of Project
BIAG - Baguio’s Inclusive and Accessible Health Governance System
Location of Project Implementation
Baguio
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
The city’s healthcare system faces issues like fragmented records, inefficiencies, and care gaps, leading to higher costs and delays. BIAG project addresses this by providing accessible health records, telemedicine, and equitable healthcare access. It connects hospitals for seamless care with comprehensive medical records from birth to death. BIAG aims to transform healthcare in Baguio City and beyond, ensuring efficient, inclusive, and high-quality care for all.
SILVER
Curitiba
Name of Project
Curitiba Smart: Sustainable City
Location of Project Implementation
Curitiba
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
Curitiba's "Smart: Sustainable City" project focuses on sustainability and inclusivity through social, economic, and environmental initiatives. Programs support vulnerable populations, boost economic growth, and reduce carbon emissions. The Pinhão Valley program aligns with UN SDGs, promoting smart solutions for urban challenges. Curitiba has projects encompassing waste management; clean energy; education and engagement; preservation of green areas, rivers and basins; all aligned with the Municipal Plan for Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change (PlanClima). The environmental sustainability actions permeate other spheres, such as educational and social, improving the city’s socio-environmental development.
SILVER
Miri
Name of Project
Miri Smart City
Location of Project Implementation
Miri
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
Miri City aims to become a Green, Smart, and Most Liveable International Resort City by 2030, aligning with Sarawak's Post-Covid Development Strategy. The Miri Smart City Proof of Concept (MSCP) launched in 2020 and completed its first phase in 2021, receiving positive feedback. The city continues to add smart features, balancing internal operations with public needs, and ensuring community participation in its development, with full completion expected by 2030. Digital Signages were deployed across the city to provide real-time information to residents and tourists, enhancing communication and engagement. Smart Bus with cashless payment, Smart Truck with digitized waste collection system. Smart Drain for flood management, and much more.
BRONZE
Taoyuan City
Name of Project
No More “Living Hell for Pedestrians”- Taoyuan City’s AI-enabled Traffic Equity and Pedestrian Safety Project
Location of Project Implementation
Taoyuan City
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
Taoyuan City, Taiwan, faces rising pedestrian casualties due to vehicle-focused roads. To improve safety, the city uses AI systems to monitor intersections, alert drivers, and enforce pedestrian rights. Dual-color streetlights enhance visibility, while education promotes "pedestrian priority" and safer driving habits, aiming to reduce accidents and improve transportation equity.
BRONZE
Bilbao
Name of Project
Cybersecurity for Citizens
Location of Project Implementation
Bilbao
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
The Bilbao project addresses rising cyber threats, with cybercrime up 22% in early 2023, highlighting citizens' lack of awareness and resources. Engaging diverse stakeholders, including vulnerable groups, it implements a cyberattack alert system and cybersecurity training to foster digital resilience and literacy. By leveraging Smart City technology, the initiative creates a holistic digital security ecosystem aligned with Bilbao's digital transformation goals, ensuring a safer environment for all residents.
BRONZE
Kragujevac
Name of Project
Be part of the plan - "Citizens" voice in urban planning
Location of Project Implementation
Kragujevac
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
Kragujevac is the first city in Serbia to enhance transparency in urban planning by providing real-time notifications about changes to local plans. Developed with NALED and the Faculty of Geography, the platform allows citizens to receive updates via email, SMS, or Viber and participate in the planning process. This initiative ensures timely public feedback, prevents last-minute surprises, and aims to improve citizen involvement and efficiency in urban decision-making.
CORPORATION
LG Electronics - Nokia Arena (Tampere)
Name of Project
Nokia Arena _Smart Stadium (Tampere)
Location of Project Implementation
Tampere
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
LG Electronics is leveraging its specialized engineering and design capabilities to target major global customers with an integrated LG solution approach. The project introduced below is a successful example where our industry experts were involved from the initial design phase, providing tailored consulting and solutions to the customer. We collaborated with eco-partners to build and negotiate a joint business model, leading to the project"s success. In this case, LG formed a strategic partnership with a local partner in Finland, who was preparing a new sports and media platform based on 5G connectivity services. By utilizing existing technologies and LG"s diverse product and solution portfolio, we built a smart stadium. The aim was to go beyond the simple display technology in existing stadiums, directly identifying new business opportunities, clearly understanding customer needs, and providing appropriate solutions to create a new business foundation. After initially establishing digital displays and content solutions, we are currently in the process of building a PoC (Proof of Concept) for pDOOH (programmatic Digital Out-of-Home) advertising and guide robots utilizing the installed displays. The future business goal is to expand into the smart stadium market by jointly developing platforms and services established at the Nokia Arena, targeting 5G-based arena platforms for mixed-use sports complexes across Europe and North America. By leading this comprehensive process, LG has been able to spread Korea"s advanced technologies abroad, expanding from merely supplying hardware to comprehensive integrated orders that include systems, platforms, and content.
INSTITUTION
Kyrgyz State Technical University
Name of Project
Taptyk
Location of Project Implementation
Kyrgyzstan
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
Taptyk is a tactile-sound map for people with visual and hearing impairments, helping them navigate buildings using audio cues and tactile silicone paths. Powered by Arduino, it’s affordable, scalable, and has been piloted in Kyrgyzstan. Taptyk is ideal for public spaces like malls and hospitals, offering a simple, effective solution with easy integration and maintenance.
GGGI
Iligan
Name of Project
CitizenSmart Circularity
Location of Project Implementation
Iligan
Category
Human-CentriCity
Project Summary
CitizenSmart Circularity in Iligan City promotes inclusive, sustainable waste management, engaging diverse community members, including youth and local businesses, in co-creating solutions. The project uses IoT and AI for efficient, data-driven operations and emphasizes education to foster environmental responsibility. By empowering youth leaders, it ensures long-term sustainability and strengthens collaboration between the government and residents, setting a model for resilient urban development.
IMD
Istanbul
Name of Project
Spatial Digital Twin of Istanbul
Location of Project Implementation
Istanbul
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
Istanbul's Spatial Digital Twin integrates GIS, IoT, and big data to mirror the city and predict future scenarios. Launched by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, it aims to transform the city into a cognitive hub. The first use case, "Disaster Risk Management," automates earthquake simulations, damage assessments, and logistics using real-time data from satellites, drones, and cameras. Future plans include urban planning and traffic management.
SEMI
Dassault Systèmes
Name of Project
Chernihiv Territory Digital Twin
Location of Project Implementation
Chernihiv
Category
Tech-InnovaCity
Project Summary
‘The Chernihiv Territory Digital Twin project’ is part of Ukraine's reconstruction effort (2022-2023) to rebuild war-torn areas in Chernihiv. Ukraine appointed three French companies—Dassault Systèmes, Egis, and B4—to form a consortium, utilizing 3D virtual technology, construction, and engineering expertise. The aim is not just to restore the cities but to build more resilient and sustainable ones. The project includes a war damage analysis tool to estimate destruction and plan efficient reconstruction. Using 3D models and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, a virtual reconstruction master plan was developed for collaborative efforts.
Leadership
Addis Ababa
Name of Leader
Adanech Abiebie
Title/Position of Leader
Mayor of Addis Ababa
Category
Leadership
Project Summary
Mayor Adanech Abiebie has spearheaded significant efforts to address Addis Ababa’s urban challenges through innovative applications of technology and data. Facing severe urban congestion, outdated infrastructure, and environmental degradation, Adanech led initiatives that included the implementation of intelligent transport systems (ITS) to optimize traffic flow and reduce congestion. The deployment of 450 smart poles equipped with security cameras and information screens and creating technological advancements. This was integral in improving urban mobility, promoting environmental sustainability, and enhancing public services.