Participation in EIP-SCC General Assembly

The Cluster Sofia Knowledge City took an active part in the EIP-SCC General Assembly. Our representatives were Dimitar Hristov - Cluster Manager and Prof. Rumen Nikolov - Chairman of the Board. The European Innovation Partnership on Smart Cities and Communities (EIP-SCC) is one of the European Commission's initiatives to unite cities, industry, and citizens to improve urban living through more sustainable smart, and integrated solutions. Its marketplace supports smart city projects in at least 300 cities with investments of up to € 1 billion, including public and private investors and banks. The purpose of the assembly this year in Sofia was to show investors' commitment to smart cities and to help cities themselves develop strategies for attracting investment. The event provided a unique opportunity to exchange good practice, project presentation, partner search, and discuss innovative ideas.

The event was attended by over 200 representatives from municipalities, businesses, and the financial sector from European countries. The event was planned as a catalyst for those who want to contribute to the social and economic sustainability of cities. Especially to us, it gave us the chance to present Sofia City of Knowledge as a platform for cooperation and object to invest and attract European partnerships.