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What are innovation districts?

article - July 30, 2024

Innovation districts are urban hubs integrating research, startups, and public spaces to drive collaboration and growth.

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The new innovation geograph(ies)

A shifting pattern of innovation in response to global trends

article - September 4, 2025

Innovation districts are one of many types of geographies evolving in response to macro economic and geopolitical trends. This article explores these trends and the hyper local response. 

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The next wave of innovation districts

article - May 27, 2024

Innovation districts are evolving to address global challenges through cross-sector collaboration and transformative solutions.

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Innovation districts and climate change

Closing the gap between global intention and action

article - February 12, 2024

Innovation districts are key players in combating climate change, using their compact, collaborative environments to pioneer sustainable solutions and drive decarbonization.

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Innovation district partnerships

A work session at the World Economic Forum’s Urban Transformation Summit

article - October 23, 2023

Global partnerships among innovation districts, such as those in Oslo, Stockholm, and Buffalo, drive economic growth by fostering collaboration, accelerating innovation, and addressing shared challenges.

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Six ways for innovation districts to build welcoming, safe, integrated places

article - December 16, 2022

Innovation districts can foster welcoming, safe, and integrated communities by reimagining public spaces and prioritizing inclusivity and engagement.

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