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smart cities 2017 NextChallenge: Smart Cities focuses on accelerating connected, interactive and data driven solutions in advanced energy and mobility that address needs in urban areas. APPLY BY AUGUST 18, 2017! nextchallenge.org NextChallenge creates a pipeline of smart city technological and entrepreneurial innovation concepts from around the world with the end goal of demonstrating these innovations, benefiting entrepreneurs, industry sponsors and the urban environment. Our four technology areas of focus are: In 2016, NextChallenge: Smart Cities > Received 220 inquiries, 57 concept papers and 23 full proposals vetted by 31 experts > Hosted pitches by 10 finalists at a public event > Awarded a total of $100K to one demonstration grant award winner and one grant award winner

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smart cities 2017

NextChallenge: Smart Cities focuses on accelerating connected, interactive and data driven solutions in advanced

energy and mobility that address needs in urban areas.

APPLY BY AUGUST 18, 2017!nextchallenge.org

NextChallenge creates a pipeline of smart city technological and entrepreneurial innovation concepts from around the world with the end goal of demonstrating these innovations, benefiting entrepreneurs, industry sponsors and the urban environment.

Our four technology areas of focus are:

In 2016, NextChallenge: Smart Cities> Received 220 inquiries, 57 concept papers and 23 full proposals vetted by 31 experts

> Hosted pitches by 10 finalists at a public event> Awarded a total of $100K to one demonstration grant award winner and one grant award winner

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GINA SCHRADER: Director, Business Model Innovation, NextEnergy313-833-0100 x 170 | [email protected]

Apply today for NextChallenge: Smart Cities 2017!

NextEnergy offers a depth of experience and

knowledge that positions our partners and clients

for success.

Join us for a webinar on July 27 to hear from our sponsors how to submit a successful application! Information and registration at nextchallenge.org

Learn more at nextchallenge.org

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> Build opportunities with industry and urban leaders

> Demonstrate your technology in a real-world setting

> Shorten your commercialization timeline with proof-of-concept metrics

> Improve access and user experience

> Improve safety and security

> Reduce impact on the environment and public health caused by emissions, and use, and/or congestion

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BENEFITS FOR CITIES & THEIR PEOPLE

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