The EERA Joint Programme Smart Cities (JP SC) brings together leading universities and research institutes from across Europe to advance the sustainable, digital and urban transformation of cities, regions and communities.

Working at the intersection of research, policy and practice, we connect scientific expertise with industry, cities, public authorities and citizens. Through applied and fundamental research, knowledge-based experimentation, and innovation and demonstration activities, we contribute to developing solutions that are not only effective in their local context, but also scalable, replicable and transferable across Europe.

Building on the experience and knowledge generated through European initiatives such as the Horizon 2020 Smart Cities and Communities Lighthouse projects, as well as national and regional programmes, JP Smart Cities provides a strong European research perspective on the challenges and opportunities of urban transformation. Our work supports cities and communities in becoming climate-neutral, smart, just, sustainable and resilient.

 

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide cutting-edge research, innovation and expert knowledge that can effectively inform strategies and policies at local, national, European and international levels. By connecting research with real-world needs and implementation, we aim to accelerate the transition from scientific knowledge to meaningful impact.

Our Vision

Our vision is to establish JP Smart Cities as a leading European research reference for the urban energy transition and as a bridge between research and policy, research and industry, and research and urban practice. We embrace a multidisciplinary and holistic approach, recognising that the transformation of cities requires the integration of technological, environmental, social, economic and governance perspectives.