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Greek cluster regional workshop “Meeting the Challenges of Cities with Digital Solutions: From Theory to Practice”
As part of the activities of the Greek Cluster within the Metacities Excellence Hub in South-Eastern Europe, a specialized workshop on Smart Cities and Digital Technologies, to be held on Thursday, 22 May 2025, in Patras (Greece) at the Regional Council Hall of the Region of Western Greece.
The workshop is tailored for:
- Local government officials and municipal decision-makers
- Civil, electrical, and mechanical engineers
- IT professionals and technical staff
The agenda will focus on the use of emerging digital technologies to address real-world urban challenges, with emphasis on:
- Smart mobility and parking behavior analysis
- Environmental impact assessment of traffic incidents
- Emergency traffic management using digital tools
Through presentations and hands-on sessions led by academic experts, researchers, and industry representatives active in the smart city domain, participants will explore innovative applications that promote resilient, sustainable, and citizen-centric urban environments.
A key feature of the event will be an interactive discussion, where participants will have the opportunity to present challenges faced in their own municipalities. This exchange of experience will support the identification of digital tools and smart solutions to enhance urban management and service delivery.
This event is part of the project’s broader effort to promote capacity building and knowledge transfer among public sector professionals and urban stakeholders.
Participation is free, but registration is required via the provided form.
