The Smart City Expo World Congress will take place from 3 to 5 November 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. The event brings together city representatives, researchers, companies, and experts from around the world to exchange ideas and explore solutions to urban challenges. Under this year’s theme, Urban Solutions, Real Impact, the congress will focus on how technology and innovation can help cities become more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive. Key topics include climate action, sustainable mobility, digital transformation, urban planning, and governance. HeiGIT will contribute to the session Climate Action and Earth Observation Tools for Cities, organized by ICLEI, where Sebastián Block will introduce the Climate Action Navigator and its role in supporting local climate action through open geodata.
Session: Climate Action and Earth Observation Tools for Low-carbon and Resilient Cities
3rd November 2026, 11:00 – 12:30 CET, Room CC3.17
Presentation: Climate Action Navigator by Sebastián Block
The Climate Action Navigator (CAN) combines high‑resolution, openly sourced spatial data, and rigorous research to help experts design, monitor, and evaluate local climate action. CAN turns raw data into location‑specific indicators on land‑use emissions, active‑mobility potential, and urban‑environment quality. To ensure results are practical and actionable, all assessment tools are co-created with local and international partners.