Collaborating

The sharing economy offers innovative solutions for sharing, renting and replacing under-utilized assets, often using digital platforms, visualization technology and ICT that informs about supply and demand.

The concept of sharing cities connects ICT, people and cities. Sharing Cities Sweden worked to connect together partners from business, the public sector, academia and civil society.

Sharing services in the test-beds related to 1) the utilization of spaces (premises, housing, green infrastructure, shared public space etc.) and 2) the utilization of goods and services (tools, clothing, toys, handicrafts, etc.). Transport and mobility were included to a certain extent.

Sharing services can contribute to reduced energy and climate impact and sustainable development, but also promote social innovation and sustainability in the city. Sharing services can also contribute to a wide range of different sectors.

The lead partners for Sharing Cities Sweden included Lund University, KTH, City of Malmö, City of Umeå, and City of Göteborg.