The Red Internacional de Ciudades Inteligentes is a non-profit organization focused on facilitating the sustainable urban transformation of Latin America, promoting cities focused on innovation, inclusion, environmental resilience and collaboration between urban agents.

About Us

Mission

Facilitate sustainable urban transformation in Latin America by promoting smart cities focused on innovation, inclusion, environmental resilience, and intermunicipal, state, federal, and international collaboration.

Vision

To be a catalyst for urban sustainability in Latin America, empowering over 50 cities by 2030, contributing to a sustainable and just Mexico for all.

What is a Smart City?

It is the one that places people at the center of development and incorporates information and communication technologies as tools to stimulate and enhance governance, sustainability, habitat and urban services, mobility and infrastructure, and economic competitiveness.

Benefits

Smart city projects generate changes and produce impacts aimed at increasing urban efficiency, which translates into the optimization of time and resources, contributing to a model of sustainable development.

Let's Achieve More Cities:

Equitable

Equitable

Attractive

Attractive

secure

secure

Resilient

Resilient

Innovative

Innovative

Sustainable

Sustainable

Competitive

Competitive

We Focus on Three Pillars

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Education and Training

Offer training and education programs for municipal officials and citizens on smart city technologies and practices.

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Consulting and Advisory Services

Assist in developing comprehensive smart city strategies, identifying focus areas, goals, and roadmaps for transformation.

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Networks and Collaborations

Creation of collaboration networks among different actors, such as local governments, businesses, universities, and NGOs to share knowledge and resources in the field of smart cities.

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Why Should You Be Part of the Red Internacional de Ciudades Inteligentes?

Strategic Collaborations and Support Network

RICI fosters collaboration among local governments, businesses, universities, and third-sector organizations, facilitating technical and financial support, as well as knowledge exchange to enhance the impact of initiatives.

Active Participation

RICI promotes active participation of its members and collaborators, allowing joint decision-making and strategy definition.

Credibility and Transparency

RICI provides credibility to donors, governments, and collaborators, building trust in objectives and actions; furthermore, it ensures transparency in resource management and operations, ensuring responsible and transparent administration.

Transformative Urban Strategies

Strategic Analysis and Urban Visualization

Strategic Analysis and Urban Visualization

We turn data into action through tools like Big Data, artificial intelligence, GIS, BIM methodologies, and synthetic data. We co‑create urban digital twins—virtual environments that integrate and simulate real city behavior. These platforms allow you to anticipate scenarios, manage resources, and make informed decisions supported by emerging technologies like advanced AI and quantum computing.

Governance and City Models

Governance and City Models

We co‑design intelligent urban models with governments for comprehensive management of mobility, energy, and waste using scalable technology.

Urban Technology Implementation

Urban Technology Implementation

We develop and manage projects involving digital twins, AI, and digital platforms to drive concrete, efficient urban solutions.

Urban Sustainability and Ecology

Urban Sustainability and Ecology

We promote the use of renewable energy, green spaces, and sustainable transport to move toward healthier cities.

Regulations and Smart Governance

Regulations and Smart Governance

We contribute to regulatory development and international standards tailored to each territory, strengthening both regulation and governance.

Participation and Active Citizenship

Participation and Active Citizenship

We design initiatives that bring communities into urban planning processes, promoting inclusion, transparency, and shared responsibility.

Urban Research and Knowledge

Urban Research and Knowledge

We publish studies on urban innovation, document best practices, and share findings to inspire governments and public stakeholders.

World Connections RICI

"What is the Red Internacional de Ciudades Inteligentes?"

Explore how the International Network of Smart Cities is driving the urban revolution in Latin America, promoting sustainability, innovation, and inclusive collaboration to design resilient and futuristic metropolises.

News

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Francisco Flores | Red Internacional de Ciudades Inteligentes (RICI)

11/6/2026

Hacking the City: A Practical Way to Rethink Public Space

Smart cities are also built through everyday experiences. Urban design, citizen participation, and the ability to interpret the dynamics of public spaces...

The Turning Point of 21st-Century Cities

Dr. Hugo Isaak | Red Internacional de Ciudades Inteligentes (RICI)

19/05/2026

The Turning Point of 21st-Century Cities

The Urban Intelligence Center (UIC) is conceived as the brain of modern cities, capable of integrating data and artificial intelligence to manage...

The Smart City That Matters: Trust, Well-Being, and Results in 2026

Jorge Moreno Vargas | International Smart Cities Network (RICI)

28/04/2026

The Smart City That Matters: Trust, Well-Being, and Results in 2026

The IMD Smart City Index 2026 once again places a central idea at the heart of the urban agenda: a smart city...

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At RICI, we are committed to sustainable urban transformation in Latin America and beyond. If you are interested in collaborating with us to promote cities focused on innovation, inclusion, environmental resilience, and collaboration among urban stakeholders, we would love to hear from you!