We are an international research and capacity-building centre dedicated to advancing innovation for smart and sustainable cities.
Established in 2020 as a collaborative initiative between the Housing and Land Management Unit of the UN Economic Commission for Europe and the University of Geneva, we strive to create impactful solutions.
Our focus areas include sustainable data for resilient cities, nature-based solutions, affordable housing, policy innovation, and capacity-building to foster sustainable urban development.
We host an international research community and are always open for collaboration.
The Centre is a proud member of the global network of UN Geneva Charter Centres of Excellence.
Our Main Projects
Data-Driven Decision-Making for Sustainable Housing
The Centre participates in international projects exploring how local institutions focused on sustainable housing can harness the potential of AI and data innovation.
CRT: A Knowledge Platform for Sustainable Cities
We designed and run the City Resilience Training platform, offering free, open online courses on topics such as AI for cities, informal settlements, post-pandemic recovery, and more.
Cross-Generational Engagement For Sustainable Future
The Centre contributes to a range of initiatives focused on foresight and future management, including the Geneva Future Talks.
Multi-Level Governance and Urban Futures
The Centre researches multi-level governance as a key paradigm for advancing sustainability agendas. It contributes to UN Forum of Mayors.
Our Partners
