Smart City Berlin

SMART CITIES THRIVE ON CONNECTIONS

Smart projects can be only developed and flourish if the urban society gets involved and cooperates. Here, we would like to show the ways in which all actors in Berlin can become engaged. From links to projects and initiatives to funding opportunities - here you will find the key references and information.

Projects, initiatives and links to help you get involved

The development of Berlin towards a sustainable, community-oriented, cooperative and resilient city can only success together! For this, we need the knowledge and commitment of civil society.

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IMPLEMENT SMART PROJECTS & LINK COMPETENCIES

Companies and institutions work together to develop new ideas, projects, products and services for the city of the future.

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NEW TRENDS AND FUTURE PROSPECTS

Science and research provide new impulses for the Smart City Berlin. They identify future trends as well as innovations that can provide solutions for the challenges we face.

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News

02.06.2026

Focus on Sustainability

Berlin has decided on the first sustainability strategy for the entire city. The strategy adapts the implementation of the 2030 Agenda to Berlin’s specific context. A new tool for cities, counties, and municipalities: The “Portal for Sustainable Municipalities” from the German Institute for Urban Affairs.

Berlin Launches GovTech Berlin Unit

As part of its efforts to digitize its public administration, Berlin is relying on a new platform: The GovTech Berlin Unit specifically matches the needs of Berlin’s public administration with companies from the capital’s GovTech ecosystem, thereby serving as a bridge between the two.

2026 Open Source Competition Launched

This year’s Open Source Competition is all about “Modern Administration. Innovation. Digital Sovereignty.” Government agencies at all levels, as well as public companies and institutions, are invited to submit projects that reflect this theme. The competition is organized by the Open Source Business Alliance (OSBA). The deadline for submissions is June 30, 2026.

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