--- title: Smart Cities | Ameresco + Industry Dive Playbook description: The next generation of smart cities, what city leaders need to know. --- ![](https://www.ameresco.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/amrc-logo-156px.png) - - - [![Ameresco](https://info.ameresco.com/hubfs/Ameresco_September2019/Images/ameresco-logo-header.jpg)](https://www.ameresco.com/) - Search - - - # Playbook: The Next Generation of Smart Cities ## Download the Playbook: The Next Generation of Smart Cities *What City Leaders Need to Know* Today’s city leaders are navigating a myriad of ways to address tomorrow’s challenges with a broad ecosystem of smart solutions. From reducing carbon emissions and securing energy supply, to upgrading infrastructure and engaging with residents and stakeholders, city leaders can create a smart foundation that addresses their communities’ specific needs and paves the way for a net zero future. Decarbonization and resiliency strategies are setting the stage for the next generation of smart cities. Our playbook, The Next Generation of Smart Cities: What City Leaders Need to Know, offers a variety of solutions that are enabling city leaders to: ![Playbook Option 3](https://info.ameresco.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Playbook%20Option%203.png?width=160&height=160&name=Playbook%20Option%203.png) - - - - Address today and tomorrow's challenges - Access a broad ecosystem of smart solutions - Accelerate sustainability and net zero goals [Home](https://www.ameresco.com/)   |   [Solutions](https://www.ameresco.com/solutions/)   |   [Customers](https://www.ameresco.com/customers/)   |   [Company](https://www.ameresco.com/company/)   |   [News](https://www.ameresco.com/press-releases/)   |   [Investor Relations](https://ir.ameresco.com/)   |   [Careers](https://www.ameresco.com/energy-careers-ameresco/)   |   [Contact](https://www.ameresco.com/contact-us/) © Copyright 2026 - Ameresco  | [Privacy Policy](https://www.ameresco.com/privacy-policy/) | [Terms and Conditions](https://www.ameresco.com/terms-and-conditions/)