Powering the development and transformation of cities around the world

Empowering Cities Through Technology

At the IDHUS Institute, we support companies, organisations, municipalities and local governments in leveraging new technologies to design smarter, more sustainable, and people-centered cities. Our services combine strategic vision, technological expertise, and ethical insight to help urban administrations improve decision-making, optimize public services, and accelerate digital transformation.

Projects

The IDHUS Institute develops and participates in research and innovation projects focused on applying artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to real urban challenges. Our goal is to transform data and knowledge into practical solutions that enhance sustainability, efficiency, and quality of life in cities.

Turning Knowledge into Urban Intelligence

Working alongside universities, public administrations, and technology partners, we co-create initiatives that address key areas such as smart mobility, energy management, climate resilience, and digital governance. Each project is designed to integrate technology with social and environmental responsibility.

Analysing the development and transformation of cities around the world

The Smart City Beyond Technology: How the IMD Smart City Index 2026 Redefines Urban Intelligence Through Trust, Governance, and Citizen Perception
24 Apr 2026
The Smart City Beyond Technology: How the IMD Smart City Index 2026 Redefines Urban Intelligence Through Trust, Governance, and Citizen Perception
The 2026 edition of the Smart City Index, developed by the IMD World Competitiveness Center, marks a decisive conceptual shift in the global understanding of what con...
Deteriorating Roads and the Fragility of Urban Economies in N’Djamena
24 Apr 2026
Deteriorating Roads and the Fragility of Urban Economies in N’Djamena
In the contemporary urban context of many rapidly growing African capitals, the condition of road infrastructure emerges not merely as a technical or logistical conce...
A Data-Driven Vision for Safer and More Livable Streets in Braga
24 Apr 2026
A Data-Driven Vision for Safer and More Livable Streets in Braga
Braga, one of the fastest-growing urban centers in Portugal, stands today at a critical intersection between historical continuity and contemporary urban transformati...
Bolivia: When Urban Growth Does Not Build “City”. Rethinking Urbanization Beyond Expansion
23 Apr 2026
Bolivia: When Urban Growth Does Not Build “City”. Rethinking Urbanization Beyond Expansion
Thinking about Bolivia from an urban perspective does not imply neglecting what lies beyond the boundaries of its cities; rather, it requires a more sophisticated und...
Understanding Urban Heat Inequality in the Age of Climate Change
23 Apr 2026
Understanding Urban Heat Inequality in the Age of Climate Change
As climate change continues to intensify the frequency, duration, and severity of heatwaves across the globe, it has become increasingly evident that urban heat is no...
Automation in City Administration: Can Algorithms Manage Public Services?
22 Apr 2026
Automation in City Administration: Can Algorithms Manage Public Services?
Automation in city administration is not about replacing civil servants; it’s about augmenting their capabilities. Routine, repetitive, and rule-based tasks, such as ...
Technical Research and Development

Smart Cities Cohesive Model (SCCM)

The SCCM is a cohesive framework of structures, service levels, applications, and systems for Smart Cities, which facilitates and guides the implementation of technologies and processes that lead to the transformation of our cities towards new urban models of livability, sustainability, urban design, and technological interconnection.
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