2.  Innovation and transferability Switzerland Progress Significant advancements; multipliable innovative approaches Zermatt, Switzerland Zermatt, Switzerland

3.  Environmental quality and resource efficiency Sudbury, Canada Planet Environmental performance; management of natural resources

4.  Economic performance and compatibility Maribor, Slovenia Prosperity Economic efficiency; feasibility

5.  Ethical standards and social equity Medellín, Colombia People Social responsibility; long-term impact

6. Hyderabad, India  Contextual and aesthetic impact Proficiency Architectural quality; impact on physical environment