Intelligent Cities Challenge Webinar with DCC cities 10 th of March 2020 March 2020
Agenda I. I. In Introduction to IC ICC What is the ICC? • How is it expanded compared to DCC? • What is the added value offered? • What do cities stand to gain from participating in the ICC? • II. Partici II. cipation on in n IC ICC Process of applying • DCC application – the Questionnaire • Timeline • Applicant support • III. III. Q&A
What is the Intelligent Cities Challenge? The Intelligent Cities Challenge (ICC) is a 2.5-year initiative supported by the European Commission that will unite EU cities in seizing the opportunity for gr owth , improving the qu quality of life and green n smar art sus ustai ainab nable gr growt fostering ne new op w oppor ortuni unities f for or b bus usine nesses and and c citize zens ns . The ICC is part of wider EU support contributing to a European Green Deal, an economy that works for people and a Europe fit for the Digital age.
What is the Intelligent Cities Challenge? The ICC builds on the successful Digital Cities Challenge of 2017/2019, which saw 41 cities create a vision, strategy and roadmap for their digital transformation. The ICC is improved based on city feedback, aligned with the new EU priorities, focused on implementation of strategies, common platforms for open data, a marketplace for intelligent city solutions, joint investments, new support mechanisms and an entirely new international dimension. Cities will: Le Learn rn : shape ambitious strategies and roadmap together with all stakeholders and international experts, but • based on real city’s strengths and needs and the existing policy context. Act a Ac t and m maximize i impact : start with quick win emblematic projects in the first 6 months, followed by larger • projects that result in a measurable improvement on city life. Bu Build a a lear arning an and innovat vation community : become part of an international self-sustaining network of innovation • and collaboration working towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
What do cities stand to gain from participating in the ICC?
What do cities stand to gain from participating in the ICC? A new EU learning and innovation community of 100 cities that will receive world- class support - in person, online, and as a community - through: Expert advice tailored to your city and local priorities; • Regular ICC conferences, workshops and targeted training; • Access to digital tools & resources; • Mentors from the European and international-level. • The IC ICC Concept Note contains more details on the new initiative and how it will support you.
What do cities stand to gain from participating in the ICC? Leveraging intelligent and advanced technologies to achieve long-term and self-sustaining benefits through ICC: Qu Quick win actions , e.g. a common platform for open data; • Center-stage of a ne new EU marketplace ce , designed for cities, SMEs, and a wide range of • urban businesses; Jo Joint investments to seek funding, including from EU financial instruments; • New perspectives on the city’s needs, progress, strengths as well as new ci citizen n • oppor op ortuni unities through a transition to a greener economy; Learning from and developing long term collaborations with in inter ernatio ional l men entors ; • Meas Measurab able e impac acts that matter to the citizens within 2 years. •
Joining the ICC The steps to follow to apply to ICC if you are a returning DCC city March 2020
Process of applying to ICC Ø You are not not requi uired to o com omplete the he ICC EOI OI application on as entrant ICC cities Ø You will be contacted bilaterally to gauge your interest in joining the ICC initiative Ø You are asked however to pr provide information regarding your city goals and pr priorities, through an IC ICC Questionnaire (EOI for DCC cities)
EOI for DCC cities – ICC Questionnaire To sign up for the ICC: Ø Download the ICC questionnaire from www.intelligentcitieschallenge.eu/dccapplication Ø Complete the questionnaire Ø Upload and submit it through the dedicated application page (for DCC cities only) Please note that a se separate ap applicat ation on sy syst stem ex exists fo for th the ne new IC ICC ci citi ties that did not take part in DCC. Applying cities will have to submit a dedicated ICC EOI. In addition to the DCC cities, we aim to select at least 50 cities in the European Union which will participate and benefit from the ICC. The 10 international cities will be selected through a different process.
EOI for DCC cities – ICC Questionnaire Section of the EOI Max length / Information to be provided by applicant format 1. Progress of implementation of DCC 3 pages The pilots or other actions from your strategy that have been rolled out. • maximum Report also any produced results. • Actions still in the planning phase for which funding has been earmarked. Other activities undertaken since the end of DCC relevant to the strategy. • 2. Enabling or hindering factors 2 pages Main factors that enabled the implementation of the strategy. • maximum • Main factors that hindered the implementation of the strategy. 3. Participating in ICC 3 pages Statement of your city’s desire to be involved in ICC. • maximum • City goals in which your city would like to receive support under ICC.
EOI for DCC cities – ICC Questionnaire Section of the EOI Max length / Information to be provided by applicant format 4. Networking ambitions 0.5 page To better understand the opportunities for your city, please indicate DCC • cities or other cities with which you have already, or you would like to build maximum relevant collaborations and explain the reasons for your choice. 5. Commitment 1 page Presentation of the proposed ICC local team (one representative from the • applicant organisation, and two advisors from the ecosystem). maximum Annexes Annex I: Letter of support from mayor (mandatory). • Annex II: Resumé and description of skills of the local project manager and • the two advisors (include all three in one consolidated file – mandatory).
Timeline 27 February 3 March & 10 March START Invitation Webinar 29 May ICC concept note 22 May Presentation of ICC and the invitation to a webinar benefits for participation invitation to EoI questionnaire Follow-up Close of EoI Identification of interest to Follow-up for 12 June continue in ICC clarifications and engagement Identification of success START stories of ICC JOURNEY Confirmation & onboarding ICC starters kit Preparatory action list
FA FAQ sect ction on Regularly updated with common questions from webinars • Applicant and helpdesk Helpdesk e He email - he helpdesk_icc@t cc@technop chnopol olis-gr group.com support Questions can be submitted in 23 languages • Replies provided in English • Reply within 24 hours (except weekends and holidays) •
Q&A Questions and answers on the ICC initiative and the application process March 2020
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