Smart Circular Cities

The transition towards climate-neutral and resilient cities requires the integration of advanced digital technologies, sustainable infrastructures, and innovative governance models. This session explores how smart solutions – ranging from AI-driven analytics and digital twins to high-performance computing and IoT systems – can support circular economy strategies and urban resilience. Attention is given to the alignment with the EU Mission “Climate Neutral and Smart Cities” and the New European Bauhaus initiative. The roundtable will bring together academia, research centers, and industry stakeholders to discuss technological enablers, societal impacts, and scalable solutions for sustainable urban development.

Session Chairs

Carlo Alberto Nucci, DEI - University of Bologna & National Representative – Mission HE Climate Neutral and Smart Cities
Danila Longo, DA - University of Bologna

Program

14.30 Introduction by the Chairs

14.40 Outlook on the strategic priorities implemented and identified by the Mission Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities of Horizon Europe
Carlo Alberto Nucci, University of Bologna, & National Representative – Mission HE Climate Neutral and Smart Cities

14.55 Outlook on the strategic priorities implemented and identified by the New European Bauhaus 
Francesca Rizzo, Politecnico di Milano, Member of the  National Delegation to the Strategic Configuration of Horizon Europe programme

15.10 Smart cities and sustainable development: ASVIS's contribution to the urban transition
Luigi Di Marco, ASVIS

15.25 Round Table #1: Digitally-assisted green transition of the cities

Digitalization and AI for the Circular City: Intelligent Monitoring Against Illegal Waste Dumping with Evocity 
Speaker, Maggioli (TBD)
Gabriella Scipione, CINECA
Marco Cristoforetti, FBK

16.00 Round Table #2: Connectivity infrastructure and networks for smart cities

Data Driven Governance for Cities and Territories: From Smart Grids to Smart Urban Platforms 
Speaker, A2A (TBD)
Speaker, Octave (TBC)

16.20 Discussion and closure
Anna Lisa Boni, Bologna Municipality and co-chair Danila Longo, DA – University of Bologna