10 years of Smart and Sustainable City Planning Conference
For a decade the SSPCR International Conference has been shaping the future of urban and regional development. With the 2025 edition, the conference will bring together visionaries, researchers, policymakers, and stakeholders to explore sustainable and digital transformations in cities and regions worldwide.
Urban areas face unprecedented challenges: from climate change, social justice, resource scarcity to digitalization and socio-economic transitions. SSPCR 2025 will be an international space to exchange ideas, showcase innovative projects, and bridge the gap between research and action.
This edition will focus on solutions that promote resilience, equity, and environmental responsibility, ensuring a smarter, greener, and more liveable future for all.
Set in the backdrop Bolzano, during SSPCR 2025 participants will experience its innovative flair, sustainable urban solutions and festive spirit. The conference will not only be a center of intellectual exchange, but also an immersive experience of sustainable urban living in action.
Join us in Bolzano from 9 to 12 December 2025 for an unmissable event that will shape the future of smart, sustainable cities and regions during the magical Christmas season.
Five reasons to attend SSPCR 2025
A decade of impact
Reflect on the progress made over the last ten years and contribute to shaping the next decade of urban and regional planning.
Multidisciplinary perspectives
Engage with experts across diverse fields, including urban planning, environmental sciences, mobility, energy, AI, and smart technologies.
Knowledge sharing for smarter cities
Exchange scientific insights and innovative solutions to improve urban planning and resilience.
From research to action
Explore how academic insights, pilot projects, and bottom-up initiatives are transforming policies and urban practices.
Experience Bolzano during the Christmas period
Set during the enchanting backdrop of Bolzano’s renowned Christmas markets, SSPCR 2025 offers a unique opportunity to connect and network in a magical holiday atmosphere.
Registrations are closed!
Important: Be aware that it will not be possible to pay with credit card or cash on site during the conference. Please send an email to sspcr@eurac.edu if you wish to cancel your registration or if you would like to request any additional services.
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SSPCR is a conference organised by the Urban and Regional Energy Systems group at the Institute for Renewable Energy. The group focuses on sustainable energy planning, spatial decision support systems, big data frameworks, and economic evaluations to support the development of smart cities and regions through multidisciplinary research and international collaboration.
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