Keywords
Resilient City
Sustainable City
Certification
ISO 3712x Standards
Urban Governance
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Abstract
Purpose: This study explores the requirements, standards and processes for the international certification of smart, sustainable and resilient cities, based on the empirical case of São José dos Campos (SP), Brazil.
Methodology/Approach: Adopting a qualitative, exploratory and descriptive approach, the research analyzed bibliographic and documentary data, focusing on urban performance indicators and evidence of compliance.
Originality/Relevance: This research contributes by describing the main processes used to obtain the certification of smart, sustainable and resilient cities, with the main contribution being the proposal of an adaptable roadmap for other municipalities interested in obtaining it.
Key Findings: The results detail the structuring process of São José dos Campos, including legal frameworks and investments in infrastructure and innovation, which led it to achieve high levels of certification.
Theoretical/Methodological Contributions: the study presents a proposal for a roadmap that can be adapted for other interested municipalities, reinforcing that certification goes beyond a technical seal, acting as a strategic instrument for diagnosis, data-driven planning and urban governance to promote more efficient, sustainable and resilient cities.
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