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Role/contribution to SSC rollout Develop a science of cities, to study them as the complex systems they are. Participate on SSC standardization activities. Drive research and innovation in fields related to SSC. They have to include the social aspects on the debate. Assist city managers and policy makers with the transition to the new model in regard to measuring methods, baseline definition. Key to go from "intelligent" to "smar

In some cases, – difficulties when cooperating with the private – sector. Distancing from – the reality when delving into – more theoretical issues. – Often they are not recognized as stakeholders in the SSC model. Lack of funding for investments. – Lack of knowledge of the ICT implications of SSC models. – Lack of – knowledge of the benefits that SSC could bring – to them.

Potential and constraints – Research facilities, – A certain level of impartiality and an – SSC. Experience in defining baselines, – – Users of the city: they can provide –

– Experience in developing "science". – workforce and know‐how. Capacity to – innovate. – external and holistic vision of measuring, Teams of – specialized professionals. Source of data. – – information on what they need. They can be a – source of innovation.

To study SSC as a new trend which has impact in the sustainable development of society and has a very technical component. To develop new field of research and associated studies (new degrees or masters). Need for more active participation in decision making. They suffer the strains of urban growth: traffic congestion, pollution.

Aims and challenges – – – –

Lack of experience & resources for implementing SSC projects including business & local government vision. Achieve better quality of life. They need access to better city services. They are the final beneficiaries of SSC.

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Scale/ sector Local & Supralocal Local

Stakeholder Academia, research organizations and specialized bodies. Citizens and citizen organizations

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