To celebrate its first anniversary, Future Cities has assembled a list of the top 100 city innovators making the biggest difference across a range of industries and specialties.
"The movement to build, support, and sustain livable cities worldwide is well underway, with individuals all over the globe and across numerous industries committed to leading the charge."
With that in mind, Future Cities -- with nominations and input from its global community of city decision makers -- has published a report on the Top 100 City Innovators Worldwide, celebrating and calling people out across 10 different industries and categories: Built Environment, Civic Engagement, Energy & the Environment, Government, IT & Technology, Public Spaces, Security, Transportation, Urban Policy... and Most Overrated.
FULL STORY: The Future Cities 100: Top 100 City Innovators Worldwide
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