BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Open & Agile Smart Cities & Communities - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Open & Agile Smart Cities & Communities X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oascities.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Open & Agile Smart Cities & Communities REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Brussels BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260415 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260416 DTSTAMP:20260219T121657Z CREATED:20260219T121358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T121657Z UID:16011-1776211200-1776297599@oascities.org SUMMARY:Living-in.EU Digital Assembly 2026 – Key Technologies for Future-Proof Cities: from Data Spaces to Digital Twins – Sofia (Bulgaria)\, 15 April 2026 DESCRIPTION:Living-in.EU Digital Assembly 2026 – “Key Technologies for Future-Proof Cities: from data spaces to digital twins” \nThe Living-in.EU Digital Assembly is the political advisory body of the Living-in.EU network. It is co-chaired by Lluïsa Moret Sabidó\, Mayor of Sant Boi de Llobregat\, and Ivan Goychev\, Deputy Mayor for Digitalisation and Information Systems of Sofia. This flagship event brings together mayors\, regional leaders and key stakeholders to debate the political priorities of the network and to provide strategic orientation in support of the twin green and digital transformation of EU cities and communities.  \nThe 2026 edition will take place under the theme “Key Technologies for Future-Proof Cities: from data spaces to digital twins”. It will explore the data-driven journey of a city\, regardless of its size: from identifying its needs and challenges\, through mapping dependencies for federated data spaces\, to developing and using data platforms and digital twins in urban planning.    \nCheck the programme of the Digital Assembly 2026 here. \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/living-in-eu-digital-assembly-2026-key-technologies-for-future-proof-cities-from-data-spaces-to-digital-twins-sofia-bulgaria-15-april-2026/ LOCATION:Sofia\, Bulgaria CATEGORIES:Assembly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/lda-2026-main-banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415 DTSTAMP:20260324T131307Z CREATED:20260324T131104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T131307Z UID:16111-1776124800-1776211199@oascities.org SUMMARY:TREASoURcE Final Conference – Brussels (Belgium)\, 14 April 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us in Brussels on 14 April 2026 for the TREASoURcE Final Conference\, where we bring together policymakers\, industry\, researchers\, cities and regions\, and civil society to accelerate the circular economy from local demonstrations to system-wide adoption. \nThis full-day event will showcase territorial and regional demonstrations of systemic circular economy solutions in plastics\, batteries\, and biobased side and waste streams. The programme features cross-cutting plenary sessions on policy\, digitalisation\, business models\, and stakeholder engagement\, followed by deep-dives into real-world applications and replication pathways for each key value chain.  \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will:  \n\nDiscover the latest results and real-world impact of circular solutions in plastics\, batteries\, and bio-based streams \n\n\nExchange knowledge and best practices with peers from policy\, industry\, research\, and cities \n\n\nEngage in discussions on policy recommendations and systemic enablers for accelerating circular economy adoption \n\n\nExplore digital tools and business models that support circularity in diverse contexts \n\n\nConnect with innovators and stakeholders to foster new collaborations and partnerships \n\n\nGain practical insights and inspiration for further uptake and replication of circular solutions in their own regions or sectors \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover practical solutions\, tools\, and strategies tailored for policy makers\, industry\, cities\, researchers\, and civil society –and take home actionable approaches for your region\, sector\, or organisation.  \nThe event is free and open to all interested stakeholders\, but places are limited – advance registration is required.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION URL:https://oascities.org/event/treasource-final-conference-brussels-belgium-14-april-2026/ LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium\, Belgium CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Final-conference-banner-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260324T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260324T153000 DTSTAMP:20260305T112553Z CREATED:20260305T112241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T112553Z UID:16067-1774362600-1774366200@oascities.org SUMMARY:How Standards Can Pave the Way Towards the Right to Access Information – Online\, 24 March 2026 DESCRIPTION:Public access to information increasingly depends on how well digital public systems are designed\, aligned\, and interoperable. While European standards provide a strong reference framework\, their impact ultimately depends on how they are implemented within public administrations.   \nThis webinar explores how EU-aligned standards for open data and interoperability are being translated into practice through InDiCo-Global Open Call projects. Drawing on concrete experiences from Mexico and Guatemala\, the session will examine how semantic standards\, interoperability frameworks\, and capacity-building efforts support more transparent\, efficient\, and inclusive digital government.   \nThe discussion will also reflect on what it takes to move from policy frameworks to operational deployment\, and how cooperation between public authorities\, standardisation bodies\, and implementation actors can support this transition across regions.   \nFeatured Open Call 1 Beneficiaries  \n\nBridging the Gap Between European and Mexican ICT Standards in Open Data  \nEnhancing Digital Government in Guatemala through European Standards  \n\n Agenda:  \n\nWelcome and context setting\nScene-setter: From standards to public service delivery\nProject results and next steps\nModerated discussion and audience Q&A\nKey takeaways and forward look\nClosing remarks\n\n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/how-standards-can-pave-the-way-towards-the-right-to-access-information-online-24-march-2026/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/How-standards-can-pave-the-way-towards-the-right-to-access-information_Webinar-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314 DTSTAMP:20260219T122714Z CREATED:20260219T122114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T122714Z UID:16019-1773273600-1773446399@oascities.org SUMMARY:Smart City Exchange Forum 2026: Discovering Pathways to Resilient Cities – Tallinn (Estonia)\, 12-13 March 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 12\, 2026\, at the PROTO Invention Factory in Tallinn or online for the Smart City Exchange Forum 2026!  \nCities today face unprecedented challenges from climate extremes and natural disasters to cyber-security threats. Building resilient urban environments and systems is no longer optional: it’s essential for ensuring safety\, sustainability\, and the well-being of communities. \nFor the Smart City Exchange Forum 2026 we bring together city leaders\, government representatives\, researchers\, and innovators to explore strategic and practical approaches for strengthening urban resilience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to expect?\nDuring the day we will highlight strategies\, experiences and case studies showcasing how cities have applied novel solutions\, citizen engagement\, and effective emergency coordination to overcome crises such as floods\, heatwaves\, and cyber threats. \nParticipants will gain actionable insights into: \n\n\nClimate\, digital\, and community dimensions of urban resilience. \n\n\nCrisis response\, emergency management\, and cybersecurity. \n\n\nPractical use of digital twins\, smart infrastructure\, and citizen-driven initiatives. \n\n\nCross-sector and cross-border collaboration to make cities safer and more adaptive. \n\n\nFrom international experts framing the anatomy of urban resilience to city leaders sharing hands-on experiences\, the forum provides a platform to learn\, network\, and exchange solutions that make cities more resilient\, connected\, prepared. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to attend?\nOnsite: Engage directly with speakers\, other participants\, and make the most of networking opportunities with other participants in Tallinn\, at wonderful PROTO Invention Factory.  \nOnline: Join virtually and enjoy convenient access to all sessions\, especially suited for international attendees. A link will be sent to registered online participants a few days before the Forum. \nFREE for participants but registration is required. \nForum will be hosted in English. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch 13 – Tallinn City Visit: Urban Innovation in Practice \nA day after the forum\, on March 13\, participants are invited to an inspiring visit at the local government of the City of Tallinn. \nRepresentatives from Estonian capital city Tallinn and other Estonian cities\, will introduce the smart city programmes and experiments done and currently underway in Estonia. \nWe will also present our smart solutions for cities to discuss possible ways to collaborate. \nParticipation is free but registration is required. Mark your participation when registering to the Forum main day. Here you can find more information and agenda for the city visit. \n\n\n\n \n MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION URL:https://oascities.org/event/smart-city-exchange-forum-2026-discovering-pathways-to-resilient-cities-tallinn-estonia-12-13-march-2026/ CATEGORIES:Forum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1770036552481.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260310T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260310T120000 DTSTAMP:20260303T092918Z CREATED:20260223T122904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T092918Z UID:16042-1773140400-1773144000@oascities.org SUMMARY:ACCEND Cohort 2 Info Session DESCRIPTION:ACCEND\, Europe’s deep tech accelerator for Smart Cities\, Net Zero Cities and Regenerative Cities\, has opened applications for its second cohort. \nFollowing the launch of Cohort 1\, which brings together 28 deep tech scaleups from across Europe\, ACCEND is now recruiting a new group of high-potential companies ready to expand across borders\, access investment and scale within complex European markets. \nTo support prospective applicants\, the ACCEND consortium is hosting an online information session to present the programme\, eligibility criteria and application process. \nWhy attend? \nThis session will provide: \n\n\nAn overview of the ACCEND programme structure and support offer \n\n\nEligibility criteria and target profile (TRL 6–9 deep tech scaleups) \n\n\nInsights into the application and selection process \n\n\nInformation on tailored scale plans\, investor readiness and pilot opportunities \n\n\nA live Q&A with the ACCEND consortium \n\n\nACCEND directly addresses key challenges faced by European scaleups\, including fragmented markets\, access to growth capital\, procurement complexity and securing validation environments. \nParticipants in the programme benefit from: \n\n\nIndividual diagnostics and tailored scale plans \n\n\nDedicated ACCEND Guides \n\n\nStrategic coaching for European and global expansion \n\n\nCurated introductions to investors\, cities and innovation buyers \n\n\nAccess to real-world testbeds and pilot environments \n\n\nProcurement navigation support across EU markets \n\n\nWho should attend? \nDeep tech scaleups (TRL 6–9) developing solutions in: \n\n\nSmart Cities \n\n\nNet Zero Cities \n\n\nRegenerative Cities \n\n\nCompanies with international growth ambitions and interest in expanding into European and global markets are particularly encouraged to attend. \nPractical Information \nDate: 10 March 2026Time: 11:00–12:00 (CET)Format: OnlineApplications deadline for Cohort 2: 8 April 2026 \nKnow more about the info session and register by clicking on this link: \n\n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n Find out more about ACCEND project: \n \n ACCEND Project URL:https://oascities.org/event/accend-cohort-2-info-session/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Info Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Generic-2B.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260302T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260302T120000 DTSTAMP:20260223T123024Z CREATED:20260218T110844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T123024Z UID:16001-1772447400-1772452800@oascities.org SUMMARY:Book Launch – Handbook of Platform Urbanism – Online\, 2 March 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for the online launch of the Handbook of Platform Urbanism\, featuring a panel discussion with several contributors of the book. The session will explore key insights from the handbook and reflect on how digital platforms are reshaping urban governance\, planning and everyday urban life. \nFeatured speakers:  \n\nSarah Barns\, Author\nAnna Berti Suman\, Author\nPetter Törnberg\, Author\nAnnelien Smets\, Editor\nPieter Ballon\, Editor \n\nThe discussion will be followed by an open Q&A\, offering participants the opportunity to engage directly with all authors. We invite you to submit questions for the discussion via this online form.  \n \n More information on the Handbook\n \n \n \n \n \n Participants can enjoy a 40% discount on their order\, using SMBA40 in the Edward Elgar online shop. \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/book-launch-handbook-of-platform-urbanism-online-2-march-2026/ CATEGORIES:Launch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/499bb4_5e8b14d5678846c68f4659e5aea47fbemv2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260212T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260212T120000 DTSTAMP:20260205T154805Z CREATED:20260205T154648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T154805Z UID:15963-1770890400-1770897600@oascities.org SUMMARY:LDT4SSC Info session Open Calls for Work Strands 1\, 2 & 3 – Online\, 12 February 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive webinar introducing the open call for Work Strands 2 and 3 and the relaunch of Work Strand 1 of the Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) initiative. This session is designed for any stakeholder interested in contributing to strengthen the digital capabilities of urban areas and becoming part of a federated European ecosystem of LDT-enabled communities. \n12 February 2026 at 10:00-12:00 CET \nWS2 is dedicated to the creation of new Local Digital Twins designed around shared challenges that affect multiple cities and communities. It will support the co-design and deployment of data-driven services addressing concrete\, cross-community needs. Work Strand 3 (WS3) develops advanced AI-based tools and innovative open-source components to enhance LDT capabilities with immersive and predictive services. \nThe webinar acts as an opportunity for potential stakeholders to inform themselves about the project itself and receive support. Here we provide both technical information and practical insight into the tools that stakeholders are going to be encouraged to use in this pilot programme. \nIn this webinar\, we will walk through: \n\nThe vision and objectives of Works Strands 1\, 2 and 3\nEligibility criteria and thematic focus areas\nTechnical requirements and interoperability standards\nFunding structure and financial support mechanisms\nApplication process and timeline\nApplicant Support\nSuccess Stories in Interconnecting Digital Twins\n\nParticipants will also have the chance to ask questions and engage directly with the project team. Whether you’re an advanced adopter or just beginning your LDT journey\, this session will help you understand how to get involved and make the most of the open call. \nTarget audience: \nProject Stakeholders: \n\nLocal\, Regional and National Authorities\nPrivate Organisations\nNGOs\, non-for-profits\nOther stakeholders\n\n \n VIEW THE AGENDA AND REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/ldt4ssc-info-session-open-calls-for-work-strands-1-2-3-online-12-february-2026/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1770114693543.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260211T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260211T113000 DTSTAMP:20260205T153506Z CREATED:20260205T153320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T153506Z UID:15947-1770804000-1770809400@oascities.org SUMMARY:Living-in.EU Stakeholder Forum Meeting: Kicking off 2026 – Online\, 11 February 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Living-in.EU community invites you to kick off the new year together and look at us what is ahead of us in 2026! \nYou will hear presentations from the following initiatives: \n\nLiving-in.EU Working Groups 2026 Workplans (legal\, financial\, capacity building\, technical and monitoring)\nLDT CitiVerse EDIC\nLocal Digital Twins for Smart & Sustainable Communities: co-funded open calls and resources\nAI Factories \nMinimal Interoperability Mechanisms (MIMs) Plus: towards version 9.0\n\nPlease note\, this online meeting will be recorded and shared with participants.  \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/living-in-eu-stakeholder-forum-meeting-kicking-off-2026-online-11-february-2026/ CATEGORIES:Forum ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/nayttokuva-2026-01-20-kello-17.41.18.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260212 DTSTAMP:20251102T083152Z CREATED:20251102T082247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T083152Z UID:15778-1770681600-1770854399@oascities.org SUMMARY:Data Spaces Symposium – Madrid (Spain)\, 10-11 February 2026 DESCRIPTION:The world’s leading event on data spaces enters its fourth edition – and is coming to Madrid! The Data Spaces Symposium brings together pioneering thinkers\, innovators\, and organizations shaping a connected\, data-driven future.​ \nUnder the motto “Scaling cross-border data ecosystems”\, the 2026 edition will highlight how data apaces enable collaboration and competitiveness on a global scale.​ \nFollowing the success of previous editions — The Hague (2023)\, Frankfurt (2024)\, Warsaw (2025) — the Data Spaces Support Centre\, together with BDVA\, FIWARE Foundation\, Gaia-X\, and the International Data Spaces Association\, is proud to host the 2026 edition on 10–11 February in Madrid\, under the tutelage of the Gaia-X Hub Spain. Spain has emerged as one of the frontrunners\, investing heavily in data spaces as a driver of innovation and competitiveness.​ \nKey themes in 2026 will include:​ \n\nData Spaces as value creators and enablers of uniting economies​\nData Spaces as enablers of AI: providing the trustworthy data for future AI​\nRelevance of standards and interoperability: advancing international harmonization of data space technologies​\nShowcases of best practices and real-world impact: highlighting successful implementations and market-ready solutions​\nThe first European Data Spaces Awards ceremony​\n\nThe DSSC will also highlight its achievements in its first three years\, presenting the foundations it has laid for building and operating trusted data spaces.​ \nExpect transformative discussions\, visionary insights\, and tangible solutions for everyone planning\, building\, or scaling data spaces.​ \n \n MORE INFORMATION URL:https://oascities.org/event/data-spaces-symposium-madrid-spain-10-11-february-2026/ LOCATION:Madrid\, Spain CATEGORIES:Symposium ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/DSS-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260209T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260205T154506Z CREATED:20260205T154128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T154506Z UID:15954-1770631200-1770638400@oascities.org SUMMARY:Info Day: Building an Ecosystem for GenAI in Public Administrations – Online\, 9 February 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Commission is hosting an online infoday to help stakeholders build consortia for the GenAI in Public Administrations call for proposals. \n\n\n\nFollowing the first info day\, in this second online session we will share information\, answer questions and facilitate consortia-building. Register until February 8 \nAgenda \n10:00-12:00 (CET) \n\nIntroduction by the Commission \nPresentation of call by the Commission \nFAQ session \nOptional: pitching / matchmaking  \nConclusion by the Commission \n\nMatchmaking  \nStakeholders can use the EU’s Funding & Tenders Portal’s matchmaking option – Partner Search Announcement – to signal their interest.  \nThe Commission has also given the stakeholders the option when signing up to the infoday to share a short Powerpoint presentation to pitch their ideas and organisations. These presentations will be shared on this webpage so these organisations can be contacted. \nCall for proposals – Apply AI: GenAI for the public administrations \nThe Commission will fund under the Digital Europe Programme (DEP) a coordination and support action (CSA) to build an ecosystem of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) for public administration in Europe (DIGITAL-2026-AI-09-GENAI-PA). The call opened on 4 November 2025 and will close on 3 March 2026.  \nAs part of the Apply AI Strategy focus on competitiveness and technological sovereignty\, this CSA call will accompany the GenAI pilot projects co-funded by the DEP call DIGITAL-2025-AI-08-SUPPLY-AI. The pilot projects will collaborate closely with the CSA call and together will build the emerging European GenAI & public administration ecosystem. \nThe CSA call is targeting stakeholders from higher education institutions\, research and technology organisations\, civil-society organisations\, non-governmental organisations\, and other interested stakeholders. This call has 3 main objectives:  \n\nEnhancing the scalability and replication of successful GenAI pilot solutions\nIdentifying common needs from public administrations for GenAI solutions “Made in Europe” & connecting them with European start-ups\nDeepening the collaboration among public administrations across Member States to lay foundation of a sustainable GenAI community\n\nOne proposal with 1.8 million euros with a 100% funding rate over 36 months.  \nSubmit any questions through the functional mailbox. \n\n\n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/info-day-building-an-ecosystem-for-genai-in-public-administrations-online-9-february-2026/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dep.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260205T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260205T113000 DTSTAMP:20260121T163133Z CREATED:20260121T162809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T163133Z UID:15939-1770285600-1770291000@oascities.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Discover the BEGONIA Operational Digital Platforms – Online\, 5 February 2026 DESCRIPTION:This webinar offers a concise yet in-depth overview of the BEGONIA Project and its three selected use cases\, designed to accelerate the development of cross-border operational digital platforms in the energy and transport sectors. Participants will gain insights into the project’s mission\, the ODP concept and the practical value of each use case through focused presentations followed by an interactive expert panel with stakeholders and sister projects. \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/webinar-discover-the-begonia-operational-digital-platforms-online-5-february-2026/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/begoniawebinar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260203T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260203T123000 DTSTAMP:20260115T143132Z CREATED:20260115T142923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T143132Z UID:15925-1770111000-1770121800@oascities.org SUMMARY:The Future of Cities: EU Initiatives and Smart Solutions – Brussels (Belgium)\, 3 February 2026 DESCRIPTION:Discover how cities can transform into smarter\, more sustainable and connected communities at this interactive conference on urban innovation. Through presentations\, platform demonstrations and expert discussions\, including upcoming European Commission initiatives\, the event will explore key achievements in smart city development\, the role of data and technology in urban transformation and the opportunities and challenges cities face in creating intelligent\, citizen-centered environments. Participants will gain practical insights\, learn from real-world projects such as the UrbanMind initiative – a successful example of fostering sustainable and innovative urban practices – and engage in a dynamic discussion on the future of urban communities\, providing inspiration and actionable strategies for building the cities of tomorrow. \n \n VIEW THE PROGRAMME HERE\n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/the-future-of-cities-eu-initiatives-and-smart-solutions-brussels-belgium-3-february-2026/ LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium\, Belgium CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/The-Future-of-Cities-EU-Initiatives-Smart-Solutions-background-v8.1.2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260130 DTSTAMP:20250922T121356Z CREATED:20250922T120912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T121356Z UID:15575-1769558400-1769731199@oascities.org SUMMARY:OASC Conference 2026 – Fundão (Portugal)\, 28-29 January 2026 DESCRIPTION:The OASC Conference 2026 is the flagship annual event of the Open & Agile Smart Cities & Communities (OASC) network — a growing community of over 180 cities and regions across more than 35 countries\, committed to building more open\, interoperable and human-centric digital solutions for urban development. \nBuilding on a decade of experience\, the OASC Conference continues to evolve\, reflecting the needs and ambitions of its member cities and partners. From early discussions on interoperability and minimal interoperability mechanisms (MIMs) to current dialogues around AI\, data sovereignty and funding impact\, each edition has contributed to a stronger ecosystem of collaboration\, trust and practical action. \nSince its foundation in 2015\, OASC has worked to empower local and regional governments to take control of their digital transformation through practical and standards-based approaches. At the heart of this mission is the belief that digital innovation must serve cities and communities and foster collaboration across borders and sectors. \nThe OASC Conference has become the key meeting point for public administrators\, policymakers\, technologists\, researchers and innovators who are driving this transformation. Over the years\, the conference has travelled across Europe — from Brussels to Rotterdam and Tampere in 2025 — each edition deepening the conversation and strengthening partnerships around shared digital building blocks. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nA unique focus for 2026: Funding as a driver of transformation\nThe 2026 edition of the OASC Conference will take place in Fundão\, Portugal  and will explore how funded projects — from European programmes such as Horizon Europe\, Digital Europe and Interregional Innovation Investments\, to national and regional initiatives — are shaping the future of digital public services and infrastructure. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to: \n\nLearn from successful and ongoing projects driving digital transformation across cities and regions.\nShare practical insights on project design\, implementation\, and sustainability.\nDiscover how to align local strategies with national and European policy goals.\nConnect with peers and potential partners for future collaboration.\n\nWe invite you to be part of this journey in 2026 — to share your experience\, shape the conversation\, and help define the future of open and agile digital transformation in Europe and beyond! \n\n\n\n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-conference-2026-fundao-portugal-28-29-january-2026/ LOCATION:Fundão\, Portugal CATEGORIES:Conference ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Eventbrite-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260122T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20260122T123000 DTSTAMP:20251211T131917Z CREATED:20251211T130931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T131917Z UID:15894-1769079600-1769085000@oascities.org SUMMARY:SPACE4Cities Webinar: How can cities and regions access Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem (CDSE) and Copernicus Contributing Mission (CCM) data – Online\, 22 January 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar to discover how your city or region can turn open satellite data into actionable insights for smarter\, more resilient decision-making! \nParticipants will learn how to explore and analyse satellite data directly in the browser\, generate and share their own data products\, and understand which premium datasets and computing capacity are available exclusively to public authorities at no cost. The session will also highlight how Copernicus data can support key local priorities such as urban planning\, climate adaptation\, air quality\, and risk management. \nCities and regions play a vital role in addressing climate\, environmental\, and resilience challenges—and Copernicus satellite data offers a powerful\, free resource to support that mission. This webinar provides a clear and practical introduction for public authorities on how to access and use data through the Copernicus Data Space Ecosystem (CDSE)—the EU’s central platform for accessing and processing Copernicus satellite data in the cloud—and the Copernicus Contributing Missions (CCM)\, which provide additional high-resolution satellite data to complement the core Copernicus missions. \n \n VIEW THE AGENDA AND REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/space4cities-webinar-how-can-cities-and-regions-access-copernicus-data-space-ecosystem-cdse-and-copernicus-contributing-mission-ccm-data-online-22-january-2026/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/space4citiesweb.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251128T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251128T110000 DTSTAMP:20251111T152559Z CREATED:20251111T152436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T152559Z UID:15810-1764324000-1764327600@oascities.org SUMMARY:Building Europe's Data Future: Understanding the Data Union Strategy – Online\, 28 November 2025 DESCRIPTION:Do you want to gain insights into the forthcoming Data Union Strategy and learn more about the current and future state of the European data policy landscape? Make sure you do not miss our upcoming data.europa academy webinar! Join us on Friday\, 28 November 2025\, from 10:00 to 11:00 CET\, for our session: ‘Building Europe’s data future: understanding the Data Union Strategy’.  \nIn this session\, Jirka Pilar\, Legal and Policy Officer at DG CNECT\, will elaborate on the Data Union Strategy and the role it plays in strengthening the European Data Framework. This webinar will also evaluate the value of the forthcoming strategy in the broader context of the European data legislation landscape.  \nThis webinar will feature findings from a recent study evaluating key European data initiatives and assessing the effectiveness of current legislative instruments\, offering a forward-looking perspective on the next steps for Europe’s data future. To conclude\, a Q&A session will offer attendees the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers and ask their questions.    \nAfter registering\, you will receive an email with a calendar invite and webinar link. This webinar is part of the ‘Understanding data governance with open data’ course offered by the data.europa academy and will be recorded for future access.    \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/building-europes-data-future-understanding-the-data-union-strategy-online-28-november-2025/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/visual-data-union-strategy-webinar.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251125T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251125T123000 DTSTAMP:20251119T110345Z CREATED:20251119T110159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T110345Z UID:15830-1764068400-1764073800@oascities.org SUMMARY:LDT4SSC Webinar: Open Call – Work Strand 1 DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive webinar introducing the open call for Work Strand 1 of the Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) initiative on 25 November at 11:00-12:30. \nThis session is open to all stakeholders interested in strengthening the digital capabilities of cities and regions and joining a federated European ecosystem of LDT-enabled communities. \nWork Strand 1 focuses on connecting and enhancing existing Local Digital Twin platforms through thematic clusters addressing shared urban challenges: mobility\, energy\, environment\, public services\, resilience and climate adaptation. It supports communities with operational data platforms or early LDT implementations\, helping them collaborate\, exchange datasets and models and accelerate deployment. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of the vision\, objectives\, technical requirements\, funding structure and application process for the open call\, as well as how to access support via the Matchmaking Platform and Helpdesk. \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/ldt4ssc-webinar-open-call-work-strand-1/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Webinar-LDT4SSC-Open-Call-–-Work-Strand-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251113T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251113T133000 DTSTAMP:20251022T121516Z CREATED:20251013T091723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T121516Z UID:15724-1763037000-1763040600@oascities.org SUMMARY:ACCEND Accelerator Info Session – Online\, 13 November 2025 DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to scale your deep-tech innovation across Europe? Join us for an online information session to discover how the ACCEND accelerator can help your startup access finance\, global markets\, and tailored growth support.   \n \nAgenda:   \n\n0–5 min | Welcome and introduction  Mikael Långström\, EIT Digital  \n\n\n5–15 min | ACCEND project and what’s in it for me?  Gemma Cassells\, The University of Edinburgh  \n\n\n15–35 min | Eligibility\, application process and timelines  Julia Gillam & Katy Guthrie\, The University of Edinburgh  \n\n\n35–45 min | Q&A  Moderated by Mikael Långström\, EIT Digital  \n\n\n45 min | Closing remarks and next steps  Mikael Långström\, EIT Digital  \n\nWhy attend?   \n\nLearn how ACCEND supports startups in Smart Cities\, Net Zero Cities\, and Regenerative Cities \nUnderstand eligibility\, timelines\, and how to apply \nAsk your questions live to the ACCEND team  \n\n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/accend-accelerator-info-session-online-13-november-2025/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Smart-Cities-option2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251113T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251113T160000 DTSTAMP:20251102T090552Z CREATED:20251102T090356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T090552Z UID:15801-1763035200-1763049600@oascities.org SUMMARY:IEC Webinar: Collaboration on Terminology and Ontology-Associated Standards for Smart Cities – Online\, 13 November 2025 DESCRIPTION:This virtual seminar aims to raise awareness of the relationships among ontology-related standards currently being developed by standards development organizations (SDOs) and to explore potential work items for the collaborative development of future standards. \nThe session will clarify key concepts and properties (i.e.\, concept patterns) to support stronger interconnection\, interoperability\, and interaction of data and information technologies across cities\, for both human and machine use. \nPanel topics will include\, but are not limited to: \n1. Identification of standards and standards development organizations (SDOs) associated with terminology and ontology for smart cities. \n2. Definitions\, concepts\, concept relations\, concept systems of terminology and ontology in smart cities. \n3. Relationship between terminology and ontology\, and their effect on data model and information technology for both human and machine use. \n4. Examples of the syntax and semantics used to specify terminology\, ontology and semantic interoperability in standards associated with smart cities e.g. information modelling\, digital twins\, Citiverse\, in the real-world experience. \n \n MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION URL:https://oascities.org/event/iec-webinar-collaboration-on-terminology-and-ontology-associated-standards-for-smart-cities-online-13-november-2025/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Zoom_registration_banner_JTC1_1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107 DTSTAMP:20251031T134714Z CREATED:20250930T084829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T134714Z UID:15531-1762214400-1762473599@oascities.org SUMMARY:Smart City Expo World Congress 25 DESCRIPTION:Exciting News! OASC returns to the Smart City Expo World Congress 2025 with its own booth! \nFor the first time in years\, OASC has a booth\, kindly supported by EU funded projects SENSE\, x-CITE\, Citcom.ai\, SPACE4Cities\, BiPED and ExPEDite. \nWhy visit us?  \n\nLearn more about these and other innovative projects about local digital transformation such as LDT4SSC and DS4SSCC-DEP\n\nGet to know our global network \n\n\nJoin our activities \n\n\nMeet the great OASC team \n\n\nWhere to find us? Hall 2\, Booth A65  \nCurious to know more? Check our full SCEWC programme here. \nSee you there! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Programme\n \n \n \n \n \n November 4\, Tuesday\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nTime\nWhat\nWho can you meet\nWhere\n\n\n11:00 – 12:00\nMeet & Greet x-CITE project\nx-CITE consortium\nOASC booth\n\n\n12:00 – 14:00\nSPACE4Cities: Solving Urban Challenges with Innovative Satellite Data Solutions (registration required)\nSPACE4Cities consortium\nRoom Europa 1+2\, Porta Fira Hotel\, Plaza Europa 45\n\n\n12:15 – 13:00\nBuilding Local Ecosystems to Empower Communities\nOASC\, Porto Digital\, Bloomberg Associates\nPorto booth:Pavilion P3\, Level 0\, Street C\, 13\n\n\n13:00 – 14:00\nMeet & Greet SENSE project\nSENSE consortium\nOASC booth\n\n\n14:00 – 16:00\nEmerging Technologies for Smarter Cities: Citiverse\, Digital Twins\, and Global Collaboration Forum\nSmart City Association\, OASC\nSouth Korean Pavilion\n\n\n15:00 – 16:00\nMeet & Greet SPACE4Cities project\nSPACE4Cities consortium\nOASC booth\n\n\n17:00 – 18:00\nMeet & Greet Citcom.ai project\nCitcom.ai consortium\nOASC booth\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n November 5\, Wednesday\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nTime\nWhat\nWho can you meet\nWhere\n\n\n09:30 – 10:15\nBreakout session: European cities and GenAI: examples\, challenges and opportunities\nMunich\, Espoo\, Gothenburg\, Eurocities\nStage: Tech X Cities\n\n\n10:00 – 10:30\nSigning ceremony City of Ostend and OASC\nOstend\, OASC\nOASC booth\n\n\n11:00 – 12:00\nMeet & Greet LDT4SSC project\nLDT4SSC consortium\nOASC booth\n\n\n12:00 – 13:00\nMeet & Greet OASC’s Council of Cities (Deputy) Coordinators\nAarhus\, Tampere\, OASC\nOASC booth\n\n\n13:00 – 14:00\nMeet & Greet BiPED\nBiPED consortium\nOASC booth\n\n\n15:00 – 16:00\nMeet & Greet DS4SSCC-DEP project\nDS4SSCC-DEP consortium and pilots\nOASC booth\n\n\n15:30 – 15:50\nRoadshow Flanders Smart Region Office visits OASC booth\nAgoria\, Flanders Smart Region Office\, OASC\nOASC booth\n\n\n17:10 – 17:40\n Breakout session: From Silos to Synergy: Local Innovation Through Interoperability\nAarhus\, Riga\, Fundão\, OASC\nStage: People First\n\n\n17:45 – 18:15\n Breakout session: Four CitiVerse projects\, one shared European vision\nx-CITE\, SENSE\, 3DxVERSE\, European Citiverses Uniting for Inclusiveness\, OASC\nStage: People First\n\n\n19:30 – 22:00\n Drinks hosted by OASC\, invitation only\nAll OASC members and partners\nShared via calendar invite\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n November 6\, Thursday\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nTime\nWhat\nWho can you meet\nWhere\n\n\n09:30 – 10:15\nBreakout session: Eye in the sky for resilient and healthy cities – apply big data from space\n JAXA\, OASC\, ESA\, NSO\, Synspective\n Stage: Impact Tech\n\n\n11:00 – 11:30\nSigning ceremony WeGo and OASC\nWeGo team\, OASC\nOASC booth\n\n\n11:00 – 12:00\nMeet & Greet ExPEDite project\nExPEDite consortium\nOASC booth\n\n\n15:20 – 16:05\nBreakout session: Digital Twins for Positive Energy Districts\nExPEDite\, TIPS4PEDs\, BiPED\, ASCEND\, NeutralPath\nStage: Clean Cities\n\n\n15:35 – 16:20\nBreakout session: Increasing the uptake of AI for Smarter Cities: From Pilots to Impact at Scale\nIMEC\, LIST\, Aarhus Citylab\, LDT Citiverse EDIC\, OASC\nStage: Impact Tech\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://oascities.org/event/smart-city-expo-world-congress-25/ LOCATION:Barcelona\, Spain CATEGORIES:Congress ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/SCEWC25-event-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251030T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251030T140000 DTSTAMP:20250930T115936Z CREATED:20250930T115816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T115936Z UID:15661-1761829200-1761832800@oascities.org SUMMARY:IEC Webinar: Building people-centred cities with standards – Online\, 30 October 2025 DESCRIPTION:Cities are already home to more than half of the world’s population and this percentage is growing rapidly. As urbanization accelerates\, the challenge lies in making cities more resilient\, and sustainable\, while improving the quality of life for all residents. The United Nations’ World Cities Day emphasizes the importance of innovative solutions to address urban challenges\, and this year the focus is on people-centred smart cities showing how data\, technology\, and AI can enhance urban living\, support recovery from current challenges\, and advance initiatives that put people at the centre. \nTechnological innovation\, guided by international standards\, plays a crucial role in enabling smart and sustainable cities. From smart grids that ensure reliable and efficient energy distribution\, to IoT-enabled systems that enhance service delivery and urban mobility\, standards create the foundation for interoperability\, safety\, and trust. IEC and ISO International Standards in particular help integrate diverse technologies\, support scalable solutions\, and foster innovation that directly contributes to SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities. \nThe challenge is to use these standards to design our cities around the needs of their diverse communities and ensure the best possible quality of life for everyone\, both for those alive today and for future generations. And how the use of standards-based innovative technologies such as digital twins and the CitiVerse can support participatory decision making\, where ordinary people can have an active role in ensuring that their cities work for them. \nThis IEC Academy webinar will showcase how international standards are shaping the future of urban living. Experts will highlight practical applications in energy\, resource management and participatory planning\, while sharing global case studies that illustrate successful strategies. They will also give an update on the Technology Report on Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) that the IEC System Committee Smart Cities has developed. Participants will gain insights into how standards drive collaboration\, innovation\, and efficiency\, empowering policymakers\, city planners\, and industry stakeholders to build cities around the needs of their residents\, that are not only smarter\, but also more sustainable\, inclusive and people-centred. \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/iec-webinar-building-people-centred-cities-with-standards-online-30-october-2025/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/zoom_registration_banner_2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251015T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251015T130000 DTSTAMP:20250917T085321Z CREATED:20250801T110559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T085321Z UID:15388-1760527800-1760533200@oascities.org SUMMARY:Living-in.EU Digital Assembly – Brussels (Belgium)\, 15 October 2025 DESCRIPTION:The Living-in.EU Digital Assembly is the annual political event of the Living-in.EU movement\, where mayors\, regional leaders and stakeholders set strategic priorities for Europe’s digital and green transformation. The event will explore how local and regional authorities leverage data-driven urban policymaking and citizen engagement to shape human-centric and resilient cities and regions\, while ensuring equitable access to the benefits of digitalisation and the protection of digital rights. Participants will address data governance\, standards and participation models that empower communities\, ensuring digital transformation aligns with environmental goals and digital rights across Europe. \nWhen? 15/10/2025\, 11:30 – 13:00 CET \nWhere? European Committee of the Regions\, Van Maerlant\, VMA23 \nAgenda (Preliminary): \n\nWelcome from the Co-Chairs​\nKeynote speech​\nPanel discussion – Data for innovation and smart decision making with a people-centred approach​\nExchange with the room and ceremony for the signing of the ‘Join\, Boost\, Sustain’ Declaration​​\n\nThe session will be followed by an informal networking lunch after the event! (More information to follow)​ \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/living-in-eu-digital-assembly-brussels-belgium-15-october-2025/ LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium\, Belgium CATEGORIES:Assembly ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/LDA-visual.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016 DTSTAMP:20250922T122325Z CREATED:20250922T122017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T122325Z UID:15585-1760313600-1760572799@oascities.org SUMMARY:European Week of Regions and Cities – Brussels (Belgium)\, 13-15 October 2025 DESCRIPTION:The European Week of Regions and Cities is the biggest annual Brussels-based event during which cities and regions showcase their capacity to create growth and jobs\, implement European Union Cohesion policy\, and prove the importance of the local and regional level for good European governance. The European Week of Regions and Cities is organised by the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy and the European Committee of the Regions. \nThis edition will focus on three key thematic areas: \nCohesion and Growth for the Future  \nThe entire modernisation agenda can be tackled under this theme\, establishing a link between well-rooted cohesion policy\, values and new growth plans. This theme is linked to the political priorities of the EU\, particularly sustainable prosperity and competitiveness\, as well as delivering together and preparing our Union for the future. \nThe Right to Stay: unlocking the potential of every territory  \nAll citizens should have the right to stay in the place they call home. These sessions should be about how to support what a community needs\, so that people want to stay: public services and private activities\, education and skills\, health\, transport and digital connectivity.   \nCities building tomorrow  \nThis theme offers the opportunity to explore how to strengthen cities as engines for innovation\, growth and competitiveness\, and how to boost their resilience and sustainability.  \nThese sessions can exchange good practices\, tackle common challenges\, address new topics\, explore collaboration between cities within and across national borders\, and in this way help articulate a vision for the future of cities.  \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/european-week-of-regions-and-cities-brussels-belgium-13-15-october-2025/ LOCATION:Brussels\, Belgium\, Belgium CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking Session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EURegionsWeek-2025_branding.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251009T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20251009T110000 DTSTAMP:20250923T114447Z CREATED:20250923T114203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T114447Z UID:15613-1760004000-1760007600@oascities.org SUMMARY:OASC Interoperability Policy Navigation Group Info Session – Online\, 9 October 2025 DESCRIPTION:In response to member feedback on the complex\, non-technical interoperability policy challenges that impact digital transformation\, we are pleased to announce the launching of the OASC Interoperability Policy Navigation Group (IPoNG). The group will focus on the organisational and cultural interoperability challenges that our members are facing\, providing a platform for peer support and joint identification of tangible\, practical\, actionable solutions. \nPrior to the official launch of the group\, a preliminary virtual information session will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 CET on 9 October 2025. The objective is to convene interested members to discuss specific challenges and help define an initial scope for the IPNG. This session will provide an opportunity for you to contribute to the group’s focus from the outset. \nShould you wish to attend and contribute to this discussion\, please register your interest below. If you are interested in joining the group but unable to attend\, please still complete this form so that we can update you on the next steps. \nEligibility: OASC members\, strategic partners\, enterprise partners.  \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Dr Ivy Yang (ivy(at)oascities.org) and Dr Gert Hilgers (gert.hilgers(at)oascities.org). We look forward to collaborating with you to build a valuable resource for all our members. \n \n REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-interoperability-policy-navigation-group-info-session-online-9-october-2025/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ipong.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250925T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250925T113000 DTSTAMP:20250916T155041Z CREATED:20250916T154354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T155041Z UID:15522-1758794400-1758799800@oascities.org SUMMARY:LDT4SSC Stakeholder Engagement Webinar – Online\, 25 September 2025 DESCRIPTION:Join us for the LDT4SSC Stakeholder Engagement Webinar\, taking place on 25 September 2025\, 10:00–11:30 CET online. \nThe LDT4SSC project brings together European partners to co-develop frameworks\, resources\, and tools enabling local communities to adopt and scale Local Digital Twins. This first webinar will introduce the project\, share insights from our partners and open a dialogue with stakeholders interested in shaping the future of digital innovation for sustainable cities and communities. \nAgenda (CET): \n\n10:00 – 10:10: Introduction to LDT4SSC – OASC\n10:10 – 10:20: Strategy and Sustainability – TalTech\n10:20 – 10:32: Knowledge Hub – LIST\n10:32 – 10:47: Requirements for pilots and resources – Cerema\n10:47 – 11:00: Open Call opportunities – Technopolis\n11:00 – 11:30: Q&A session – Moderated by ENoLL\n\nWhy attend? \n\nLearn about the project’s vision and opportunities\nEngage with leading experts and project partners\nDiscover how to participate in upcoming pilots and open calls\n\nWe look forward to your participation and to building a strong stakeholder community around Local Digital Twins. Your engagement will be key to ensuring the project’s outcomes reflect real needs and create meaningful value. \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/ldt4ssc-stakeholder-engagement-webinar-online-25-september-2025/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/LDT4SSC_LinkedIn_Banner-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250923T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250923T150000 DTSTAMP:20250922T124645Z CREATED:20250922T124215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T124645Z UID:15604-1758636000-1758639600@oascities.org SUMMARY:European Data Spaces Awards Launch Event – Online\, 23 September 2025 DESCRIPTION:We are very happy to announce that on 23 September 2025\, from 14:00 to 15:00 CEST\, we are holding the European Data Spaces Awards Launch Event online. \nAbout the awards  \nThe European Data Spaces Awards celebrate the best practices bringing the European data strategy to life. Aligned with the Maturity Model for Common European Data Spaces\, these awards spotlight concrete achievements\, inspire innovation\, and strengthen Europe’s trusted data-sharing community. \nAgenda   \n\nWelcome \nAwards Introduction \nHigh-Level Speeches \nPractical Information and Q&A  \n\n\nWhat to look forward to: \n \n\nFraming & Context – An introduction to the awards and their role in the broader data and AI value chain.\nStrategic Insights – How the European Data Strategy\, Data Spaces\, and AI strategy connect — with a focus on financial sustainability and end-user regulation.\nIncentives for Innovation – A look at how fair\, trusted environments can drive data sharing and collaborative innovation.\nNext Steps – How to apply for the awards and what comes after.\n\n\n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/european-data-spaces-awards-launch-event-online-23-september-2025/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Launch,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/European-Data-Spaces-Awards-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250918T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250918T113000 DTSTAMP:20250905T141836Z CREATED:20250826T103941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T141836Z UID:15425-1758189600-1758195000@oascities.org SUMMARY:OASC Council of Cities Meeting – Online\, 18 September 2025 DESCRIPTION:When?📅 Thursday\, 18 September 2025🕘 10:00 – 11:30 CEST(Online meeting) \nWhat is it about?We are pleased to invite you to the next OASC Council of Cities online meeting. \nThis session will be a special moment as we introduce our new Council of Cities Coordinator: the City of Aarhus. Together with the Deputy Coordinator\, the City of Tampere\, they will share their ambitions with the network and discuss how we can further support the digital transformation of our community members. \nIn addition\, the meeting will include an interactive discussion\, where your input will be highly valued. \nAgenda (preliminary): \n\n\nWelcome \n\n\nIntroducing the new Council of Cities Coordinator \n\n\nThe Coordinator’s ambitions with OASC \n\n\nThe Deputy Coordinator’s ambitions with OASC \n\n\nCoffee break \n\n\nOASC’s upcoming activities \n\n\nClosure \n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you and hearing your contributions to the discussions. \nWho should attend?This meeting is open to all OASC members and invited partners. Link to the event will be sent out to our members and partners \n \n REGISTER NOW URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-council-of-cities-meeting-online-18-september-2025/ CATEGORIES:Assembly,Networking Session,Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Council-of-Cities-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250910T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250910T100000 DTSTAMP:20250905T141442Z CREATED:20250825T162501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T141442Z UID:15414-1757494800-1757498400@oascities.org SUMMARY:OASC Task Force – Interoperable Citiverse: Info Session – Online\, 10 September 2025 DESCRIPTION:What is it?OASC is launching a new Task Force on the Interoperable Citiverse\, chaired by the City of Rotterdam. This initiative aims to foster a shared understanding of the Citiverse concept\, its role in guiding cities and communities through digital transformation\, and how it can align with the European Interoperability Framework (EIF) to ensure interoperable developments across ecosystems. \nWhen?Wednesday\, 10 September 202509:00 – 10:00 CEST \nWhere?Online — Virtual information session(Registered participants will receive the access link prior to the meeting) \nAgenda (Preliminary): \n\n\nWelcome by Task Force facilitators \n\n\nRotterdam’s vision for the Interoperable Citiverse\, presented by Roland van der Heijden and Albert Engels \n\n\nOpen discussion: share challenges\, priorities\, and local perspectives on Citiverse development \n\n\nQ&A and next steps for Task Force engagement \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now! URL:https://oascities.org/event/oasc-task-force-interoperable-citiverse-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/OASC-Taskforce-Site.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250702 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250703 DTSTAMP:20250522T140939Z CREATED:20250522T140732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T140939Z UID:15103-1751414400-1751500799@oascities.org SUMMARY:CommuniCity Final Event – Porto (PT)\, 2 July 2025 DESCRIPTION:This conference will highlight the project’s key outcomes\, learnings and innovative solutions to urban challenges faced by cities. The CommuniCity Final Event will bring together project partners\, city representatives\, policymakers\, researchers and innovators to discuss and shape the future of European cities. \nThe conference will be held in a hybrid format. Therefore\, participants can join either online or in person at Porto Digital premises. Please note that there are a limited number of in-person seats available. \nFinal Event Programme \n10.00 Welcome coffee \n10.30 Opening words \n10:40 CommuniCity: Paving the Way for Inclusive Cities \n10:50 CommuniCity building more inclusive cities – Case examples  \n11.50 Key learnings and takeaways from the cities \n12.40 Deputy Mayor of Porto\, Filipe Araújo – Why are more inclusive cities even more important in the future? \n12:50 Shaping the Future: A Vision from the Commission / European Commission \n13:00 Lunch \n14.00 Key learnings and takeaways from the Hosts \n14.50 Academic findings and future recommendations \n15.10  Empowering European cities: From Living Labs to practical tools  \n16:10 Closing words – End of the Hybrid conference\, workshop will be only local in 3 parrallel sessions \n16.20 Workshops on co-creation methodologies \n\nCommuniLab platform and how to make use of the Open Call and Piloting manuals\nCo-creation practices\, Co-Creation Reboot card set\nAI assessment tool Technical workshop\n\n18.00 Drinks and networking \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/communicity-final-event-porto-pt-2-july-2025/ LOCATION:Porto\, Portugal CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/COMMUNICITY-FINAL-EVENT-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250627T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250627T130000 DTSTAMP:20250609T101422Z CREATED:20250609T101249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T101422Z UID:15208-1751018400-1751029200@oascities.org SUMMARY:Discover the New European Digital Platforms and What Is in It For You – Online\, 27 June 2025 DESCRIPTION:This webinar offers an in-depth look at the three innovative use cases selected within the BEGONIA Project\, which will be included in the EU Commission’s tender. The session will focus on how BEGONIA is creating new opportunities within the European digital ecosystem and driving digital transformation across various sectors. Attendees will gain valuable insights of these use cases which are leading the way in transforming the European digital landscape\, and will also gain a clear understanding of the opportunities they present for stakeholders across Europe. \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/discover-the-new-european-digital-platforms-and-what-is-in-it-for-you-online-27-june-2025/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/1749211249992.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250616T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250616T160000 DTSTAMP:20250923T115015Z CREATED:20250609T101931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T115015Z UID:15216-1750084200-1750089600@oascities.org SUMMARY:Workshop: CommuniLab Assessment and Its Future – Online\, 16 June 2025 DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to the online interactive session ‘CommuniLab Assessment and its future’. \nThis session is aimed at CommuniLab’s users such as city pilot managers\, technology providers\, NGOs\, researchers\, students and other organisations or individuals who benefit or could potentially benefit from the platform’s content. \nCommuniLab is a collective outcome\, and it is essential to gather feedback and ideas on how to improve it\, as it continues to live beyond the end of the project. \nDuring this 1\,5 hour we will: \n\nAssess the current version of CommuniLab\nIdentify gaps\, areas of improvement and suggestions for future versions\nShare ideas for sustaining and further exploiting beyond the project\n\nLooking forward to seeing you there! \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://oascities.org/event/workshop-communilab-assessment-and-its-future-online-16-june-2025/ CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://oascities.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/1749220561442.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR