NTNU

NTNU – the Norwegian University of Science and Technology – is Norway’s largest university. The Smart Sustainable Cities group contributes a transdisciplinary approach and extensive experience from major European urban transition initiatives, including the EU Mission for Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities and several New European Bauhaus (NEB)–related Horizon Europe projects.

ENoLL

The European Network of Living Labs (ENoLL) is an international non-profit association that brings together a global community of Living Labs dedicated to user-centred, open, and collaborative innovation. ENoLL supports cities, regions, companies, and research organisations in designing, testing, and scaling solutions that address societal challenges through real-life experimentation.

SINTEF

SINTEF is one of Europe’s largest independent research organisations and a non-profit research institute. We employ more than 2000 people. More than 90% of our annual turnover derives from contract research for industry and the public sector in Norway and internationally. SINTEF is multidisciplinary, with expertise in technology, natural sciences, medicine, and the social sciences.

Th!nk E

Th!nk E is a forward-thinking company committed to a fair, sustainable, and resilient energy transition in Europe and beyond. Founded in 2011, it has since grown into a leading Belgian SME, based in Leuven, and has become a reference in the field of energy transition, both in Belgium and at the European level.

Belgrade

Belgrade is the capital of Serbia, with around 1.7 million inhabitants. Belgrade faces pronounced urban heat island effects, air pollution, and an increased risk of floods and heat waves; therefore, it strives to invest in green infrastructure, sustainable mobility, and climate-resilient urban planning, which are key to mitigating climate change and improving the quality of life in the city.

CEUS

CEUS is a professional association of planners, engineers, environmental analysts and related experts focused on climate change adaptation and mitigation in urban development and planning. We are devoted to co-creation of nature-based solutions and innovations in circular economy and sustainable mobility. CEUS is a host of AI-powered BELgrade urban living LAB and SEE NbS Hub, ceus.rs and bellab.rs

CPN

The Center for the Promotion of Science (CPN) is Serbia’s public institution, tasked with promoting science, innovation and technology. CPN’s mission is to bridge the gap between science and society by bringing together all key stakeholders, expanding the scientific environment, facilitating dialogue and collaboration, and allowing participation of diverse social and professional groups.

GDAŃSK

Gdańsk is the capital of the Pomeranian region with the area of app. 683 km² and population over 487,000 inhabitants. The city plays a role as a key economic and transport hub in the Baltic Sea region. In recent years Gdańsk has worked intensely to make climate adaptation and mitigation solutions integral to its urban policies through innovative approaches to water management, green infrastructure and resilient spatial planning.

Gdańsk University of Technology

GdańskTech is a leading Polish university, ranked second among Research Universities, with around 14,000 students from over 60 countries. In 2022 it joined the ENHANCE European consortium and holds the HR Excellence in Research award. It offers more than 50 study programmes, two doctoral schools, and a network of 300+ laboratories and research centres fostering innovation.

inicjatywa miasto

Inicjatywa Miasto Association works to improve the quality of public space through dialogue and action. We co-create place-based programmes that integrate different dimensions. We focus on practical, collaborative actions that often do not require construction work. These targeted interventions can significantly enhance how a place is perceived.

TARTU

Tartu is the capital and largest city of Tartu County in South-Estonia with a population of around 98,000 people. The city government of Tartu operates under the political leadership of a Mayor and five Deputy Mayors. Tartu has been at the forefront of sustainability in Estonia with ambitious environmental and sustainability goals, and by regularly piloting and launching various innovations.

Tallinn University of Technology

TalTech is the leading technical university in the region with around 2200 employees and 9900 students who study on ~80 study programmes. The Urban Water Systems research group focuses on water systems modelling, risk assessments, mitigation and adaptation measures and strategies, digital tools for data-based decision support systems and smart and nature-based water solutions.

institute of baltic studies

The Institute of Baltic Studies (IBS) is Estonia’s oldest independent think tank, with over 30 years of expertise in policy analysis and research. A trusted long-term partner to both the public and private sectors, IBS delivers evidence-based insights and practical solutions, focusing mostly on policy research and analysis, and local and international projects.

cittá di torino

The City of Turin is the local public authority responsible for governing the municipality and managing public, urban, social, and environmental policies. Located in northern Italy along the Po River, it counts around 856,000 residents. The municipality works with regional, national, and European institutions to promote sustainable development, innovation, and community wellbeing.

Orti Generali

Orti Generali is a social urban agriculture project in Mirafiori Sud, Turin, transforming former abandoned land into a large community of urban gardens.
It operates as an innovative social enterprise promoting sustainability, inclusion, and community engagement through organic cultivation and shared activities. It includes hundreds of garden plots, educational areas, collective gardens, and social spaces for gathering and learning. 

LINKS foundation

LINKS Foundation is an applied research and innovation centre based in Turin, Italy. It develops and transfers digital technologies into real-world solutions. The Future Cities & Communities (FCC) domain focuses on sustainable urban innovation and community transformation, combining digital tools, data and participatory approaches to support smarter, people-centred cities. 

Fondazione Mirafiori

Fondazione Mirafiori is a Community Foundation based in Mirafiori sud, acting as a driver of social change. It helps shift power and participation closer to people and communities by working on social inclusion, welfare and urban regeneration, supporting local social impact projects and strengthening non-profit organisations that expand local opportunities and services.

Trondheim kommune

Trondheim is Norway’s third-largest city, centrally located in the middle of the country along the Trondheim Fjord. The municipality envisions a future built on deep collaboration between citizens, academia, and industry to create a city for everyone. Social sustainability is at the core of their strategy, focusing on building inclusive, safe, and strong communities where no one is left behind. Simultaneously, the municipality is leading an ambitious green transition, committed to taking responsibility for the climate by becoming a climate-neutral society by 2030.

Nyhavna UTVIKLING

Nyhavna Utvikling AS is the driving force behind the transformation of the industrial area Nyhavna into a vibrant, future-oriented district in Trondheim. Owned by Trondheim Municipality and Trondheim Port Authority, the company is dedicated to creating a sustainable urban area where history meets modern innovation. Their mission involves responsible property development and management, aiming to establish new workplaces, green urban spaces, housing and services  while preserving cultural heritage. Through a commitment to high-quality, eco-friendly solutions, Nyhavna Utvikling ensures that the new district will be a diverse and accessible asset for the entire city. 

Rosendal Teater

Our mission is to be a vibrant hub and leading regional engine room for artists, arts organisations and audiences to reimagine what the performing arts and the world around us can be. The theatre co-produces and presents two seasons per year of performances, parties, concerts, installations, film screenings, festivals, residencies, discursive events, as well as other kinds of social events. RT also runs its own cafe, which provides the organisation with very special, informal and social conditions for gathering people of all ages and backgrounds to gather, meet and hang out around food, drink and art events.

Cluj-Napoca

Cluj-Napoca Municipality is the leading innovation-driven local authority of the second biggest city in Romania recognized for its smart city strategy, digital transformation initiatives, and collaborative governance model. The city works closely with universities, industry, and civil society to co-design solutions that enhance urban sustainability, mobility, quality of life, and youth engagement. Its administration supports large-scale innovation pilots, participatory processes, and European partnerships to advance inclusive, future-ready urban development.

Cluj Cluster of Education C-EDU

Cluj Cluster of Education (C-EDU) is a non-profit innovation cluster that brings together educational institutions, public authorities, companies, and civil society to develop collaborative, human-centred solutions for learning and community development. C-EDU designs and implements systemic innovation projects, pilots participatory governance models, and strengthens regional innovation ecosystems.

eindhoven

Eindhoven is a dynamic and forward-thinking city known for innovation, technology, lighting and design. With a strong ecosystem of high-tech companies, startups, and research institutions, it offers excellent opportunities for collaboration and growth. The city combines a modern and urban environment with a creative, international community. Eindhoven is an ideal partner for organizations seeking innovation, talent and sustainable development.

Gernika-Lumo

Gernika-Lumo is a historical town in the province of Biscay, in the Basque Country. Internationally known for the 1937 bombing and Picasso's work, Gernika has been a symbol of Basque regional sovereignty for centuries. Another particularity of Gernika is that it is located within Urdaibai, a protected natural area of great biodiversity, listed by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve in 1984.

GAIA

GAIA is the Association of Industries of Applied Knowledge and Technology of the Basque Country, and its aim is to boost the development and growth in the Engineering, Consulting, Electronics-IT and Telecommunications sectors, and to favour the assimilation and efficient usage of the sector's technologies, with the aim of collaborating in the development of the Information and Knowledge Society. As a cluster it promotes policy and ICT Deployment to the industry within the region.

eskilara

ESKILARA is an open innovation accelerator specializing in promoting user-driven innovation through real-world co-creation processes. With an emphasis on living lab methodologies, ESKILARA creates collaborative environments where communities of service and technology developers co-design and test innovative solutions. The organization also facilitates engagement with public and social stakeholders to ensure the relevance of the innovations it supports.

Major Development Agency Thessaloniki

The Major Development Agency Thessaloniki (MDAT S.A.) is an intermunicipal organisation for local development that plays a pivotal role in supporting the municipalities of the Thessaloniki greater urban area. With a mandate to strengthen urban sustainability and promote smart and inclusive growth, MDAT S.A. works closely with municipalities to design and implement innovative projects that foster socioeconomic development.

ARISTOTLE UNIVERSITY OF THESSALONIKI

Founded in 1925 and named after the philosopher Aristotle, the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh) is the largest university in Greece and the Balkans, located in the city’s center,  It fosters a large academic community, of 88,000 students. AUTh comprises 11 faculties and 41 schools, driving innovation through a wide range of scientific and cultural disciplines.

JA Europe

JA Europe is the largest entrepreneurship education provider and leading organisation in Europe dedicated to inspiring and preparing young people to succeed. For over 100 years, JA Worldwide has delivered hands-on, experiential learning in entrepreneurship, work readiness and financial health. In the last school year, the JA Europe network in over 40 countries provided over 7.5 million learning experiences for youth and provided over 95,500 teaching experiences and 86,500 volunteering and mentoring experiences.

LOCALITY

Locality is an SME, propelling city journeys towards net zero. Locality’s mission is to accelerate the transition to climate-neutral, sustainable and smart cities by brokerage and better usage of researchers’ and practitioners’ know-how on smart and sustainable solutions, and by organising better public-private collaboration across different domains and between different stakeholders.

Think Europe

Th!nk Europe is a Belgium-based network of European energy and sustainability experts dedicated to supporting and implementing local energy transition projects across the EU. The platform brings together multidisciplinary professionals to collaborate on practical, innovative solutions that advance Europe’s energy transition and reflect a shared European vision.

Global Infrastructure Basel

The Global Infrastructure Basel Foundation (GIB) is a Swiss non-profit based in Basel, reshaping the future of infrastructure on a global scale. We champion innovative, nature-based, and sustainability-driven solutions that go beyond addressing climate change—laying the foundation for a resilient, greener world for generations to come.