Irth Institute

Resilient, Responsive, Regenerative Cities

With cities consuming 78% of global energy and producing 60% of CO₂, the future of urban development depends on smarter design—and AI is the engine. This course explores how data and technology can reshape cities to be more efficient, inclusive, and future-ready.

Difficulty

Beginner

Description

With cities consuming 78% of global energy and producing 60% of CO₂, the future of urban development depends on smarter design—and AI is the engine. This course explores how data and technology can reshape cities to be more efficient, inclusive, and future-ready.

It also covers strategies for integrating climate technologies into government operations, focusing on the technical, financial, and policy aspects necessary for successful implementation.

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What you’ll learn

  • Apply AI to design cleaner, smarter, more liveable cities
  • Use data and automation to manage traffic, waste, water, and air
  • Design citizen-centered services that scale with population and complexity
  • Govern AI in urban spaces with equity, privacy, and accountability

Syllabus

Module 1: Visioning Smart & Green Cities

Explore urban megatrends, digital transformation strategies, and AI as an enabler for adaptive cities.

Module 2: Infrastructure Intelligence

Learn how to optimize mobility systems, utilities, waste management, and energy use through AI applications.

Module 3: AI for Urban Inclusion & Resilience

Discover how AI enhances public safety, healthcare, housing, and participatory platforms for all citizens.

Module 3: Governance, Data Ethics & Cross-Agency Collaboration

Dive into the regulatory landscape, data ethics, risk frameworks, and cooperative models for managing AI in urban ecosystems.

Content provider

Green Earth University

Green Earth University is a leading institution dedicated to environmental education and research. With a focus on sustainability, it offers a wide range of courses designed to equip professionals and students with the knowledge needed to protect our planet.

Instructor

Dr. John Doe

Environmental law expert with over 15 years of experience in policy advocacy and legal education. She has worked extensively with international organizations to promote environmental justice and sustainability.

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