Projets
Sunderland City Council, GB unveils sensor-based smart plaza
Sunderland City Council has unveiled a sensor-based smart plaza in the heart of its city center, designed to enhance public safety, optimize space usage, and improve the overall urban experience for residents and visitors. The project incorporates advanced IoT sensors embedded in the pavement and infrastructure to monitor foot traffic, environmental conditions, and potential hazards in real-time, allowing for dynamic adjustments to lighting, seating, and accessibility features.
Sunderland City Council, GB
United Kingdom
Denver, CO to launch first landfill gas-to-RNG plant in Colorado
Denver is set to launch a renewable natural gas facility in partnership with Archaea Energy, converting landfill waste into low-carbon fuel to power the city's vehicle fleet and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The project, located at the city's landfill, will capture methane from organic waste and upgrade it into pipeline-quality RNG using advanced purification technology. Expected to produce up to 1 million gallons of RNG annually, the facility aims to displace diesel fuel.
Denver, CO
United States
Tampere, FI pilots AI-powered city guidance tool
The City of Tampere is partnering with Microsoft and local entities to develop the City Venue Assistant VIP Tampere, an AI-powered tool designed to improve mobility for residents and visitors by delivering personalized guidance through smartphones and headphones. The tool combines artificial intelligence, location data, and digital twins to tackle issues like congestion and navigation difficulties during large events. It will launch in a pilot program this winter at Nokia Arena.
Tampere, FI
Finland
Sarasota employs AI-powered traffic safety cameras at key intersections
Sarasota has received an international Smart City award for using AI-equipped traffic cameras to monitor driver and pedestrian behavior at 16 downtown intersections, capturing data on speeds, near-misses, lane departures, and illegal crossings. The system provides 24/7 real-time insights to support the city’s “Target Zero” goal of eliminating serious crashes and injuries through targeted solutions like traffic calming, wider crosswalks, and adjusted signal timing.
Sarasota, FL
United States
San Francisco, CA boosts real-time parking data and payment options
San Francisco is integrating ParkMobile as an additional mobile payment option for its 26,000 on-street parking spaces, enhancing real-time data flow into the SFMTA’s citywide systems. All meter and mobile transactions are transmitted directly to the SFMTA’s parking data warehouse in real time, a process in place since 2014, supporting demand-responsive pricing and compliance policies. The multi-vendor approach aims to increase parking compliance by offering more convenient payment choices.
San Francisco, CA
United States
Los Angeles, CA deploys AI tools and training to all city employees
Los Angeles is partnering with Google Public Sector to deploy Google Workspace with Gemini AI tools to all 27,500 city employees across 45 departments, aiming to enhance communication, automate tasks, and streamline project management. The initiative is part of the SmartLA 2028 strategy to improve public services and prepare for major events. The city has also implemented comprehensive training on digital ethics, data security, and human oversight to ensure responsible AI use.
Los Angeles, CA
United States
Chicago, IL deploys 5G flood sensors to track flooding impacts on infrastructure
Chicago has launched a pilot project to deploy about 50 flood sensors across the city to provide real-time data for analysts and emergency responders. The initiative uses easily installable sensors that transmit data via 5G without trenching or hardwiring. The project, running through 2026, builds on a similar effort in New Orleans and aims to create a comprehensive citywide picture of flooding impacts on infrastructure, schools, and critical facilities.
Chicago, IL
United States
Detroit, MI plans multimodal transit hub to enhance regional economic growth
Detroit has unveiled plans for a $40 million multimodal transit hub within the 30-acre Michigan Central Innovation District, integrating passenger rail, intercity bus, and local transit to connect the Detroit–Ann Arbor Innovation Corridor, Detroit Metro Airport, and Toronto. The hub aims to replace outdated facilities, offering modern amenities and enhancing regional economic growth and innovation.
Detroit, MI
United States
Buffalo, NY advances smart curb program
Buffalo is advancing its smart curb program to optimize urban mobility and enhance road safety through innovative technology integration. The initiative focuses on deploying sensors and data analytics along curbsides to monitor traffic patterns, pedestrian flow, and parking usage in real-time. By partnering with local tech firms, the city aims to reduce congestion and improve emergency response times in high-traffic areas.
Buffalo, NY
United States
Hartford, CT introduces AI-powered translation services to enhance civic engagement
Hartford is implementing AI-powered translation services to enhance civic engagement by providing real-time translation in up to 80 languages at public meetings The initiative, supported by a partnership with Google Public Sector, integrates Google Cloud Translation AI into the city’s 311 services to facilitate communication with residents in multiple languages. The Mayor’s Office of Community Engagement is exploring further expansion of these services to improve 311 request processing.
Hartford, CT
United States
San Francisco, CA creates new chief strategy and performance roles
San Francisco has appointed Jessica MacLeod as its first chief of strategy and performance to integrate data-driven decision-making into city governance. The role, established under Mayor Daniel Lurie, aims to set measurable goals, enhance service delivery, and foster accountability across departments. MacLeod will use data analytics to streamline resources, reduce administrative barriers, and promote continuous improvement.
San Francisco, CA
United States
San Jose, CA launches dedicated Innovation Hub for civic tech ideas
San Jose has launched the IT Innovation Hub, a permanent portal enabling technology companies to submit ideas for enhancing government operations at any time. This hub complements traditional Request for Information and Request for Proposal processes by providing a transparent submission route with monthly reviews and invitations to IT Vendor Days for promising ideas.
San Jose, CA
United States
Lawton, OK utilizes AI to shape homelessness policy
Lawton's City Council recently approved amendments to the city's Homeless Action Plan on, incorporating AI-generated recommendations from ChatGPT to guide the use of federal funding, like Community Development Block Grant funds. The AI-assisted plan restricts these funds to individuals who can prove a connection to Lawton, such as through prior education records, while explicitly avoiding expansions in shelter capacity to prevent attracting more homeless people from outside areas.
Lawton, OK
United States
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB launches unified public Wi-Fi network
Newcastle City Council recently launched a unified public Wi-Fi network called ConneX, providing seamless connectivity across the city center and council buildings to replace fragmented hotspots. The initiative, delivered in partnership with Purple—which supplied £120,000 in free hardware and licenses—and funded by the UK Government’s Levelling Up program, enables secure roaming and single-login access without repeated passwords.
Newcastle upon Tyne City Council, GB
United Kingdom
San Jose, CA piloting AI to speed up the building permitting process
San Jose is launching a pilot program this fall to deploy AI technology aimed at streamlining the building permitting process for accessory dwelling units, directly tackling the city's housing crisis by reducing delays in approvals. The AI software from CivCheck will allow applicants to pre-check their submissions for missing or incomplete information, while city staff conduct internal testing with manual oversight to ensure accuracy and responsible implementation.
San Jose, CA
United States
Dallas, TX integrates AI-enabled cameras and LED streetlights to reduce crime
The city government of Dallas implemented an innovative smart city pilot project in a troubled neighborhood to enhance safety and connectivity. This initiative, part of the Smart Dallas vision to become a top smart city by 2030, integrates AI-enabled cameras, LED streetlights, and environmental sensors to monitor air quality and reduce crime. The project also provides ubiquitous public WiFi, improving digital access for residents.
Dallas, TX
United States
Kortrijk (Courtrai), VWV implements Virtual Assistant platform to enhance citizen access
The municipal government of Kortrijkhas implemented a multilingual Virtual Assistant platform to enhance citizen access to local services. Integrated with content management systems like WordPress and Drupal, the platform allows seamless interaction in multiple languages, catering to the town's diverse population. This technology streamlines administrative processes by providing instant responses to common queries and guiding users through services.
Kortrijk (Courtrai), VWV
Belgium
València, VC leverages AI to create digital twins for urban planning
Valencia's city government, through the EU-funded CitiVerse European Digital Infrastructure Consortium is leveraging AI to create digital twins for urban planning and disaster management. By integrating AI-based simulations with real-time data from sensors and virtual replicas of city infrastructure, the initiative allows officials to model extreme events, such as the devastating floods in the Valencia region, and test preventive strategies to mitigate risks.
València, VC
Spain
Boston, MA develops generative AI playbook for civic engagement
Boston's city government has partnered with the Civic Data Design Lab to develop the Generative AI Playbook for Civic Engagement to address the challenges of analyzing vast amounts of resident feedback and improving public participation in decision-making. By integrating AI tools with existing data sources like 311 service requests, surveys, and community meetings, the initiative enables real-time analysis to identify trends, such as geographic patterns in complaints about potholes.
Boston, MA
United States
Philadelphia, PA creates BenePhilly to streamline benefits application process for residents
Philadelphia's city government launched BenePhilly, a data-driven program that evolved from a phone-based service for low-income seniors to a comprehensive anti-poverty initiative. By leveraging open-source technology and data-sharing agreements with state and city agencies, BenePhilly assesses eligibility for 19 different services and benefits, enabling eligible residents to enroll in as little as 30 minutes.
Philadelphia, PA
United States
San Antonio, TX advances SmartSA Smart Streetlight program
The City of San Antonio has advanced its SmartSA Smart Streetlight program, deploying IoT-enabled LED streetlights with remote lighting controls across three innovation zones. These smart streetlights use sensors to adjust lighting based on real-time conditions, achieving a 20% reduction in energy costs in pilot areas. The system also supports environmental sensors for air quality and flood detection, enhancing urban management.
San Antonio, TX
United States