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Smart and Sustainable Planning for Cities and Regions
Oscar Diodoro Eurac Research
SSPCR2025

Smart and Sustainable Planning for Cities and Regions

9–12 December 2025, Eurac Research, NOI Techpark, Bolzano/Bozen

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

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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.

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Multidisciplinary perspectives

Engage with experts across diverse fields, including urban planning, environmental sciences, mobility, energy, AI, and smart technologies.

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Knowledge sharing for smarter cities

Exchange scientific insights and innovative solutions to improve urban planning and resilience. 

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From research to action

Explore how academic insights, pilot projects, and bottom-up initiatives are transforming policies and urban practices. 

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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 open

There are three different ways to participate to SSPCR 2025 conference:

  1. Only attend the Pre-Conference Day on 9 December for one or more side events. Remember that these events are free of charge, but you need to register to them.

  2. Attend the SSPCR conference from 10 to 12 December and follow keynote speeches, abstract and poster presentations during regular and special sessions.

  3. Attend both the Pre-Conference Day and SSPCR conference.

For the registration, you can take advantage of:

  • Early bird registration fee which is available until 5th October.

  • Reduced fees for specific categories.

Programme overview

Timeline

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September
Abstracts Evaluation
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01 September
Opening Early Bird Registration
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05 October
Closing Early Bird Registration
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09 December
Pre-Conference Day
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10-12 December
Conference
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Organiser

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Institute for Renewable Energy - Eurac Research

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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