Reinventing cities – beyond the urban crises | Eurocities 2020, 4-5 November
A new reality is taking shape in cities, in Europe and globally. Cities have been the hardest hit by the pandemic as well as the social and economic consequences. It is also in cities that the urgency of dealing with other major challenges such as climate change stands out very clearly.
In the face of competing crises, what can city leaders do to set a new course? How can we reshape the city to match new needs? In the aftermath of the corona pandemic, the daily functioning of the city as we know it is challenged. When teleworking becomes the new normal, suburbs and the countryside, where life is more affordable and healthier, could be the winners. When restaurants, shops and offices are closing, the city loses some of its main revenues. When culture and entertainment, gastronomy and tourism are threatened, the attractiveness of the city is at risk. Is this ‘the death of the city’, as some already predict?
Is the EU doing enough to support its urban areas in times of crises? Or can we think of new ways of working together to move beyond the crises and coming out of it stronger together?
The Eurocities 2020 conference will explore the pathways for recovery and resilience, and learn about what cities are doing to face the challenges ahead.
ERTICO’s first ever Virtual ITS European Congress coming next 9 – 10 November.
ERTICO’s mission is to bring the ITS community the same energy and engagement of previous face-to-face Congresses, yet in just one click. Participants will access an entirely virtual event with the 3D setting of an interactive platform and a range of tools to facilitate engagement, networking and debate with ITS key players.
The rich programme includes 20 high-level speakers and keynotes, 24 sessions on different thematics, more than 200 papers and presentations, more than 20 interviews and satellite events.
Four high-level sessions will address the essential pillars at the foundation of the event’s motto: resilient, innovative, green and visionary mobility.
Resilience is a powerful tool to handle and accommodate disruption ensuring high-quality performance in the transport and mobility of people and goods. Representatives from both the public and the private sectors will debate to identify measures to create a more resilient mobility, to deal with cybersecurity and safety challenges and deliver services efficiently and more securely.
Innovation is key to the development of new mobility solutions that meet users’ demands and evolve the needs of society. This session will brainstorm on identifying gaps and alternatives to facilitate innovation in transports through cross-sector collaboration and new technologies.
Sustainability is the goal and a pre-requisite of our modern times , and fits into the wider context of the European Green Deal. Speakers from the European Commission, the public sector and industry will address the challenges and outline the solutions to achieve cleaner, greener and hence smarter mobility.
Visionary is the word that sums up the future of mobility: the latest trends and technology developments used to transform challenges into opportunities and make the transport system even more inclusive, cooperative and up-to-date.
To secure your ticket, visit the website!
Reuters Events Automotive launches digital first congress uniting 5000+ CEOs, Innovators and Disruptors from across the world.
Detroit June: CEOs and board members from PSA North America, Inc, Volkswagen Group of America, Bentley Motors, Carvana, Hyundai Motor Group, and more will speak at the brand new Reuters Events Automotive Summit Online on November 11-13th, 2020.
The Covid-19 pandemic has caused disruption to organizations large and small, across the globe. At Reuters Events Automotive, they are reimagining what an event looks like in the era of social distancing.
For 2020, Reuters Events have decided to add a virtual element to their flagship Reuters Events Automotive Summit (Nov 11-13th, Detroit), via a bespoke digital conferencing platform and live stream. This will unite 5000+ global leaders, to discuss 2020’s most busines critical topics.
Over 3 days, this meeting will delve into focused sessions across:
- Adjusting to a New World: A review of the challenges, solutions, and future post COVID-19
- The Car of the Future: Electrification, road to autonomy and future of design
- The Car in Context: How Automotive fits into the wider mobility movement
- Connected Customer Experience: Digitalize the driving, engagement and servicing experience
- Deliver the Future of Automotive Retail: From transactional to an omni-channel customer-centric experience
View the website for the full agenda here: https://www.reutersevents.com/events/automotive/
“The friction between traditional automotive retail models and the reality of today’s digital consumer is a paradigm that can be solved with thoughtful practices” says Larry Dominique, Chairman and CEO, PSA North America, Inc. and 2020 keynote speaker.
Confirmed speakers include:
- Larry Dominique, Chairman and CEO, PSA North America, Inc
- Scott Keogh, CEO and President, Volkswagen Group of America
- Astrid Fontaine, Member of the Board People, Digitalization & IT, Bentley Motors
- Ernest Garcia, III, Chairman and CEO, Carvana
- YoungCho Cho, President & Chief Innovation Officer, Hyundai Motor Group
- Daniel Weissland, President USA, Audi of America
- Giovanni Palazzo, CEO, Electrify America
An indispensable event for cities and urban innovation in the Covid era
Smart City Live: What cities should do in the new normal scenario?
The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on the outlook of the urban coat and is forcing city officials to rethink urban development to adapt to coronavirus risks and fears.
To talk through the variety of ways that cities around the world are coping with this new scenario, Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) will hold on November 17-18 an innovative edition under the name Smart City Live (#SCLive2020). Organised by Fira de Barcelona, this year’s summit presents a unique two-day digital experience aimed at providing cities with a global new tool for business and knowledge.
Accurate content will be broadcast from Barcelona to the world through the event’s website and also through social media in a new virtual and interactive format comprising two different blocks. The first one (17/11) consists of a full-day live television show with interviews, debates, reports, success cases and parallel sessions. The second one (18/11) features online workshops and side events.
The flagship event Smart City Expo World Congress as we knew it before the pandemic will be back in 2021.
Today’s newest ADAS capabilities are bridging the gap between yesterday’s vehicles and the cars of tomorrow. But as these hands-free technologies become more and more commonplace, it is essential that suppliers, automakers, and regulators alike work together to introduce these features to the market safely and responsibly. In this webinar, we look beyond the traditional view of ADAS standards to the latest trends and considerations in the industry.
Join us for this business-critical discussion, as we explore ADAS application, innovation, and progression to ensure we build a safer world together.
This webinar will delve into:
• The natural evolution in driver assistance technologies and the trickle-down effects from AV R&D
• How regulatory bodies like Euro NCAP have evolved to set standards for emerging tech through collaboration with leading industry suppliers and OEMs
• The Impact on consumers: How such development efforts reach customers and how the industry promotes awareness for new technologies & builds trust
Learn from:
Richard Schram, Technical Director, European New Car Assessment Programme – For Safer Cars
Yoni Epstein, Director, Core ADAS Business Development, Mobileye
Rahul Singh, Head of Autonomous Vehicle Software Development, Ford Motor Company
Moderator: Jim Henry, Journalist, Forbes
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Well-planned infrastructure strengthens the resiliency, sustainability, and the economic viability and livability of communities. Offered by the University of Washington Department of Urban Design and Planning, the Master of Infrastructure Planning and Management online degree prepares you to lead the development of the next generation of critical infrastructure systems — improving security, and accessibility. Gain a broad understanding of the complexity and the interdependencies between infrastructure systems — communications, public health, water, energy, food and transportation — with a final project that allows you to showcase your acquired knowledge about an infrastructure issue of your choice.
PROGRAM FEATURES
- In-depth courses covering key topics such as infrastructure finance, emergency management, green infrastructure practices, urban mobility, climate change, urban informatics, geographic information systems, social equity and inclusion, and community resilience
- Examination of key infrastructure sectors and their essential components through the lens of systems thinking
- All-hazards risk management approach, shaped by faculty and industry experts, that complements a traditional emergency management focus, encompassing threats from natural hazards, deterioration, cyber penetrations, and climate change
- Instruction based on case studies and problem solving to strengthen critical thinking and leadership skills
- Increased focus on use of data analysis tools and systems to improve decision making and strategic planning
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Take advantage of our robust online learning platform to complete your degree no matter where you live or work. This 100% online program is specifically designed with working professionals in mind, allowing those in a global mobile workforce to earn their graduate degree. Study with UW faculty and industry practitioners who offer diverse expertise in their respective fields.
DPhil in Sustainable Urban Development
A flexible, part-time doctoral programme over four to eight years.
Starting October 2021.
The Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil) provides outstanding graduates with an opportunity to pursue in-depth and rigorous research into the pressing challenges of urban sustainability.
You will receive guidance from your University supervisor, be encouraged to develop your independent research skills through our doctoral training initiatives and have full access to Oxford’s research facilities and online resources.
Potential supervisors are available from a range of specialists across the University of Oxford.
Find out more about the doctoral programme.
MSc in Sustainable Urban Development
A flexible, two-year part-time master’s degree for professionals
Starting October 2021
The MSc is a multi-disciplinary and globally-focused course for high-achieving professionals who will provide vision and leadership for sustainable urban futures.
This course is specially designed to fit studying around work commitments. You will attend eight intensive teaching weeks in Oxford and London, before completing your dissertation project, and throughout the course you will have the support of our web-based learning environment.
The MSc is delivered in partnership with The Prince’s Foundation and is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Scholarships available – apply by 22 January 2021 to be automatically considered.
Find out more about the master’s programme.
While the coronavirus pandemic is still taking an increasing toll all over the world, Smart City Summit and Expo (SCSE) will take place as a hybrid event, physically in Taipei from March 23rd to 26th, 2021 and virtually on its online platform, the Smart City Online. The event is expected to collect over 1,000 solutions from 450 companies from around the world. There will be over 60 sessions of professional forums and over 800 business matchmaking sessions. The number of visitors is expected to hit a record high.
Smart City Online creates connections for businesses around the world. For example, Smart City Online Portal Entry (S.C.O.P.E.) is the most comprehensive online database of global smart city & IoT solutions. Online forums have been held on SMART LIVE since June with different themes each month. For businesses seeking networking, TCA opens online business meeting system for global participants to book meetings every Wednesday. Hundreds of online sessions have been conducted in 2020.
2020 Mayors’ Summit (online) engaged mayors, deputy mayors and city representatives
The 2021 highlights you cannot miss out:
Mayors’ Summit & CTalk－ Organized with Taipei City Government, the 2020 sessions involved 54 city leaders. The annual gathering of decision makers from local governments will feature up-to-date insights about recovering cities in post-pandemic era next year.
AI 50 Campaign－ By selecting the best practices and cases from startups using AI technologies, it will showcase the future beyond your imagination. The call is open now until the end of January 2021, with special rewards for innovators.
It is time for telecom operators, system integrators, key professionals, and smart city solutions providers to take part now.
See more information: https://en.smartcity.org.tw/
Contact: Ms. Shaph Su at shaph@mail.tca.org.tw
Digital Transformation in a New Age is a future-focused webinar series for Public Sector brought to you by Verizon. Join us for the third installment in the series: “Enabling Vaccine Deployment.” COVID-19 vaccinations continue, representing the most urgent mass immunization campaign since polio shots were rolled out in the 1950s.
Where do things stand as the vaccine continues to make its way to the initial round of eligible recipients? How are state and local governments, as well as public health leaders, managing the onslaught of calls and questions from constituents, employees and healthcare organizations? Beyond that, how are governments and agencies helping communicate, ease anxiety, ensure security protocols are met and provide timely updates to citizens as the vaccine rollout continues?
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