Operating as a dynamic public-private innovation platform, the Amsterdam Smart City Foundation connects citizens, companies, governmental bodies, and knowledge institutions to collaboratively tackle Amsterdam’s pressing urban challenges. The organisation’s core function revolves around fostering open innovation, catalysing the development and implementation of smart solutions across key areas such as energy, mobility, digital infrastructure, the circular economy, and effective governance. This is achieved through the facilitation of pilot projects, the promotion of knowledge exchange, and the cultivation of strategic partnerships.
Serving as a central hub for smart city initiatives within the Amsterdam Metropolitan Area, the Foundation actively contributes to its transformation into a sustainable, inclusive, and digitally connected urban environment. By uniting diverse stakeholders and resources, Amsterdam Smart City accelerates the adoption of innovative technologies and practices. Its efforts directly contribute to improving the quality of life for residents, enhancing the efficiency of urban services, and fostering a more resilient and future-proof city. With a team of between 11 and 50 employees, the Foundation operates nationally, serving as a valuable model for other European cities striving to embrace smart city principles and address their own unique urban challenges.