In this episode recorded at the 2023 edition of the Smart City Expo World Congress, we had a dynamic conversation with Cassie Sutherland, Managing Director for Climate Solutions and Networks for the C40 Cities Network.

We discussed the 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy programme in partnership with Google and explored challenges, innovative tools, and real-world examples, discovering how cities can lead the way in building a sustainable and carbon-free future.

What to learn more? Visit the C40 Knowledge Hub here.

Overview of the episode:

[00:01:18] Teaser: C40 Cities in three words

[00:02:02] Cassie's Professional Background

[00:03:44] What is the C40 Cities network and what is its mission in the context of addressing climate change?

[00:07:00] What is the 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy for Cities program? What is its main goal?

[00:09:19] What are the barriers the initial four pilot cities are facing in implementing this initiative?

[00:14:56] Why partner with Google? How did this partnership form?

[00:19:10] How does the 24/7 carbon-free energy concept differ from other approaches to decarbonizing energy consumption?

[00:22:37] What are some innovative tools and technologies that Google and other partners are using to support cities in their sustainability efforts? How can these tools help cities make data-driven decisions?

[00:26:04] How can this programme also keep in mind that a just transition is needed?

[00:28:27] How can people get involved in the project

[00:31:57] Hot Take of the Day: hear an opinion from our guest that might be slightly controversial or debated.

[00:35:26] Ending Question: To you, what is a Smart City?

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