20 Smartest Cities In The World
Forbes Middle East - English|August 2023
Here are the top 20 cities improving energy efficiency, reducing CO2 emissions, and increasing the well-being of citizens, according to the Institute for Management and Development in partnership with the World Smart Sustainable Organization.
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20 Smartest Cities In The World

1 Zurich

Zurich has embraced a circular economy, introduced eco-friendly waste management, and digitized its infrastructure. Zurich Airport has reduced its CO2 emissions by about 50% over the last 25 years, and it plans to be net zero by 2040. The Swiss Federal Railway runs on 90% hydropower and plans to be powered by 100% renewable energy sources by 2025.

2 Oslo

The capital of Norway has a strong innovation culture. The city promotes eco-design and architecture and is also highly digitalized, from its healthcare to shipping ports. Norway is accelerating its adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). According to data from the Norwegian Electric Vehicle Association, 2022 was another record for EV sales in the country, which showed 79.3% of all new cars sold during the period were fully electric, up from 64.5% in 2021.

3 Canberra

Canberra has a sustainable network of public transport options and is the first Australian city to encourage ride-sharing services so people can travel as groups and cut back on solo driving. Canberra is powered by 100% renewable electricity generated by wind and photovoltaic power.

4 Copenhagen

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