The International Network of Smart Cities is a non-profit organization focused on facilitating the sustainable urban transformation of Latin America, promoting cities focused on innovation, inclusion, environmental resilience and collaboration between urban agents.

About Us

Mission

Facilitate sustainable urban transformation in Latin America by promoting smart cities focused on innovation, inclusion, environmental resilience, and intermunicipal, state, federal, and international collaboration.

Vision

To be a catalyst for urban sustainability in Latin America, empowering over 50 cities by 2030, contributing to a sustainable and just Mexico for all.

What is a Smart City?

It is the one that places people at the center of development and incorporates information and communication technologies as tools to stimulate and enhance governance, sustainability, habitat and urban services, mobility and infrastructure, and economic competitiveness.

Benefits

Smart city projects generate changes and produce impacts aimed at increasing urban efficiency, which translates into the optimization of time and resources, contributing to a model of sustainable development.

Let's Achieve More Cities:

Equitable

Equitable

Attractive

Attractive

secure

secure

Resilient

Resilient

Innovative

Innovative

Sustainable

Sustainable

Competitive

Competitive

We Focus on Three Pillars

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Education and Training

Offer training and education programs for municipal officials and citizens on smart city technologies and practices.

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Consulting and Advisory Services

Assist in developing comprehensive smart city strategies, identifying focus areas, goals, and roadmaps for transformation.

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Networks and Collaborations

Creation of collaboration networks among different actors, such as local governments, businesses, universities, and NGOs to share knowledge and resources in the field of smart cities.

Board of Directors

member -Osvaldo Mireles

Osvaldo Mireles

Expert in technology and sustainable development, specializing in Smart Cities, BIM, Blockchain, AI, and the New Urban Agenda. Committed to creating and leading projects that forge sustainable, intelligent, and resilient urban environments.

member -Dulce Barocio

Dulce Barocio

Master in International Business, lecturer in master's and diploma programs on BIM. Specialist in management, promotion, and planning of projects in technological innovation and digitalization of SMEs, as well as in publishing articles and institutional representation.

member -Jorge Moreno

Jorge Moreno

Expert in disruptive technologies with MIT certification in technological development and innovation. Leader in tech companies for over 13 years, specialized in sustainable projects, consultant in innovation for smart cities and digital platforms with IoT.

member -Guillermo Sánchez

Guillermo Sánchez

Ph.D. Architect in Urban and Regional Planning, with over 20 years of international experience in developing urban, metropolitan, and regional development strategies, as well as in researching urban and territorial processes. Expert in strategic city planning.

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Strategic Alliances

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Why Should You Be Part of the International Network of Smart Cities?

Strategic Collaborations and Support Network

RICI fosters collaboration among local governments, businesses, universities, and third-sector organizations, facilitating technical and financial support, as well as knowledge exchange to enhance the impact of initiatives.

Active Participation

RICI promotes active participation of its members and collaborators, allowing joint decision-making and strategy definition.

Credibility and Transparency

RICI provides credibility to donors, governments, and collaborators, building trust in objectives and actions; furthermore, it ensures transparency in resource management and operations, ensuring responsible and transparent administration.

Urban Solutions

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Urban Data Analysis and Visualization

Specialized consultancy in planning and designing smart cities, integrating advanced and sustainable technologies to improve the efficiency of urban services.

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Consulting and Advisory in Urban Planning

Implementation of projects using technologies such as IoT, big data, and AI to optimize the management of urban resources such as traffic, energy, and waste.

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Development and Management of Urban Technology Projects

Data analysis services to help cities make decisions based on accurate information, including creating dashboards to monitor key urban indicators.

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Promotion of Urban Sustainability

Promotion of sustainable practices in cities, such as the use of renewable energies, sustainable transportation systems, and the promotion of green spaces.

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Development of Standards and Regulations

Collaboration in the development and promotion of international standards, such as ISO 37120, 37122, and 37123, focusing on sustainable development and innovation in cities.

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Promotion of Community Participation

Initiatives to involve the community in urban planning and development, ensuring that the needs and opinions of residents are taken into account.

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Research and Publications

Conducting studies and research on trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field of smart cities, as well as publishing findings and recommendations.

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Support in Integrating Sustainable Development Goals

Creation of collaboration networks among different actors, such as local governments, businesses, universities, and NGOs, to share knowledge and resources in the field of smart cities.

World Connections RICI

"What is the International Network of Smart Cities?"

Explore how the International Network of Smart Cities is driving the urban revolution in Latin America, promoting sustainability, innovation, and inclusive collaboration to design resilient and futuristic metropolises.

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News

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At RICI, we are committed to sustainable urban transformation in Latin America and beyond. If you are interested in collaborating with us to promote cities focused on innovation, inclusion, environmental resilience, and collaboration among urban stakeholders, we would love to hear from you!