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In 2010, the cities of the Helsinki Metropolitan Area began sharing public data for anyone to use freely. These open datasets, available through a web platform (www.hri.fi), make it possible for citizens to develop applications and follow public decision making.

Gijon City Council in Spain has responded to the need for greater efficiency, transparency and participatory democracy by implementing a digital platform enabling residents to share responsibility for governing and managing the city.

A participatory approach towards digital transformation

A mobile app that allows citizens to lodge complaints regarding problems that occur in public spaces to the Municipal Government.

In 2011, the City of Berlin engaged in the development of an Open Data platform to foster transparency in public administration and the production of smart city apps.

A collaborative housing model to assist older people to stay living in their communities.

Transforming a 13km waterway into a vibrant urban destination for recreation and environmental education.

Increasing green infrastructure in Greater Manchester to help stop the effects of climate change.

An integrated and community-based approach to address urban security