Smart Cities: design, sustainability and innovation
In a global context that calls for urgent action and shared visions, cities are increasingly becoming spaces of dialogue, creativity, and collective responsibility. Collaboration between institutions, academia, businesses, and citizens is essential to address contemporary urban challenges and to shape more sustainable, inclusive, and livable environments.
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The event Smart Cities: design, sustainability and innovation will take place in Milan (Italy) on June 12th.
Conceived as a platform for dialogue and networking among institutional stakeholders, universities, researchers, and the private sector, the event fosters a shared reflection on future urban and territorial development models.
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Organized by University for SDGs and Echoes Cooperation, in collaboration with institutions, enterprises, and universities, the initiative aligns with the principles of the New European Bauhaus, integrating environmental sustainability, social inclusion, and the quality of the built environment.
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Morning Conference
The programme combines a morning conference with institutional contributions and keynote lectures by leading academics and researchers, addressing key themes such as inclusive design, urban resilience, sustainable innovation, and new models of governance and civic participation.
Afternoon Exibitions
In the afternoon, the event opens to the public with a project exhibition that brings together companies, researchers, and PhD candidates. Through projects, prototypes, and case studies, the exhibition creates opportunities for exchange, inspiration, and collaboration, with a dedicated PhD contest highlighting emerging research and innovation. The exhibition space is organized into three interconnected thematic areas—sustainability, inclusion, and beauty—designed to encourage interaction and dialogue among students, professionals, and the wider civic society.
Topics
MOBILITY
How can cities transform crises into opportunities to build more sustainable, inclusive and human-centred urban mobility systems?
LIVING & INCLUSION
What strategies and concrete actions should cities adopt to further reinforce and sustain their commitment to leaving no one behind, ensuring inclusive, equitable, and accessible urban development for all residents?
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
How can cities continue to develop and implement innovative solutions to meet their energy needs while effectively addressing climate change?
SMART COUNTRYSIDE
How can rural areas and villages become new hubs of social, environmental, and economic sustainability by addressing challenges such as gentrification, strengthening local value chains, and achieving energy autonomy
INFRASTRUCTURE & BUILDING
How can city leaders enhance quality of life by promoting smart, sustainable buildings and developing well-integrated, resilient urban infrastructure systems?
YOUTH & URBAN FUTURE
How can young people actively contribute to the creation of livable and sustainable cities through innovation, civic engagement, and the promotion of inclusive, environmentally responsible urban solutions?