Citizen Engagement, Democracy & Wellbeing
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What is x-CITE?
Marko Teräs, Project Manager, City of Tampere
x-CITE (Expanding the Experience of Citizens through Extended Reality) is a European project that uses Extended Reality (XR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make cities smarter, greener, and more inclusive.
What is the CitiVerse?
At the heart of the x-CITE project is the CitiVerse, a digital version of the city where people can explore layers of complex information in an easy and interactive way.
With use cases in Tampere, Rotterdam, and Flanders, x-CITE and the CitiVerse focus on:
Why Does This Matter?
More citizen participation: The CitiVerse makes it easier for everyone to get involved.
Smarter and greener cities: Data and AI help improve the quality of city life.
Fair and accessible technology: x-CITE ensures digital solutions are available to all.
Europe as a leader in smart cities: The project helps European cities stay at the forefront of digital innovation.
What Does This Mean for You?
Whether you’re a citizen, policymaker, or entrepreneur, x-CITE and the CitiVerse offer new ways to interact with and improve the city. By making technology easy to use, x-CITE helps cities become better places to live.
Marko Teräs, Project Manager, City of Tampere
x-CITE (Expanding the Experience of Citizens through Extended Reality) is a European project that uses Extended Reality (XR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to make cities smarter, greener, and more inclusive.
What is the CitiVerse?
At the heart of the x-CITE project is the CitiVerse, a digital version of the city where people can explore layers of complex information in an easy and interactive way.
With use cases in Tampere, Rotterdam, and Flanders, x-CITE and the CitiVerse focus on:
- Urban Planning: Helping people take part in shaping their cities in a simple, visual way.
- Culture and Tourism: Making history and landmarks come alive with immersive experiences.
- Citizen Engagement: Allowing easy and inclusive participation in city decisions.
- Environmental Impact: Showing real-time data on mobility, air quality, and energy use to help create greener cities.
Why Does This Matter?
More citizen participation: The CitiVerse makes it easier for everyone to get involved.
Smarter and greener cities: Data and AI help improve the quality of city life.
Fair and accessible technology: x-CITE ensures digital solutions are available to all.
Europe as a leader in smart cities: The project helps European cities stay at the forefront of digital innovation.
What Does This Mean for You?
Whether you’re a citizen, policymaker, or entrepreneur, x-CITE and the CitiVerse offer new ways to interact with and improve the city. By making technology easy to use, x-CITE helps cities become better places to live.