The document summarizes the European Innovation Partnership on Smart Cities and Communities from 2014-2020. Some key points:
- The European Commission launched the partnership in July 2012 to improve quality of life, competitiveness, and sustainable energy and transportation systems through smart city solutions.
- The implementation phase began in January 2014 under the Horizon 2020 program.
- The goal is to achieve economic, environmental and social benefits in European cities through better use of digital technologies and greater citizen engagement.