Innovation Hub for Urban Transformation

Transforming Cities for a Sustainable Future

We help cities and institutions diagnose, design, and implement sustainable urban solutions through AI, Digital Twin technology, and antifragility principles.

65
Institutions
25
Countries
10+
Years Experience
UNESCO
Patronage

What is RECNET?

RECNET – The Recycling Network City is an Innovation Hub dedicated to urban transformation, integrating cutting-edge technology with sustainable development principles.

Urban Transformation

Driving regeneration projects that transform cities into resilient, sustainable ecosystems.

Nature-Based Solutions

Integrating biodiversity, green infrastructure, and ecological principles into urban systems.

Circular Economy

Implementing circular strategies for energy, water, land, and waste management.

Global Network

65 institutions across 25 countries working together for sustainable urban futures.

Under the aegis of UNESCO Chair on Sustainability

Innovation Pillars

Our approach combines cutting-edge technology with proven methodologies to deliver transformative urban solutions.

Antifragility

Operational frameworks that help cities grow stronger from disruptions and crises.

Circular Systems

Integrated approaches to energy, water, land, and biodiversity for regenerative urban development.

Artificial Intelligence

AI-powered analytics for urban diagnostics, predictive modeling, and decision support systems.

Digital Twin

Virtual replicas of urban systems enabling simulation, monitoring, and optimization in real-time.

Our Methodology

Diagnose
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Diagnose

Comprehensive assessment of urban systems, challenges, and opportunities

Track Record

Proven impact across multiple continents with measurable outcomes in urban sustainability.

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Projects Completed
RESURBE Program
Flagship Initiative
Global2020-2023UN-Habitat CRPP + RECNET

RESURBE Program

Global co-creation platform for Governments and Research institutions focusing on capacity building and Nature-Based Solutions.

Strategies for Circular Economy
Medellín, Colombia2023EPM Medellín

Strategies for Circular Economy

Development of circular economy strategies for sustainable urban transformation.

Climate & Health Emergency Alliances
Medellín, Colombia2021Barcelona City Council

Climate & Health Emergency Alliances

Strategic partnership mobilization around climate and health emergency issues in the Aburrá Valley.

Reports & Publications

Evidence-based research, progress reports, and knowledge resources for urban sustainability.

Biennial Report2024

Progress Report 2023-2024

Comprehensive overview of RECNET activities, achievements, and strategic initiatives.

Biennial Report2022

Progress Report 2021-2022

Two years of urban transformation projects and network expansion.

UN-Habitat Publication2020

NDC Guide for Cities

Guidelines for Nationally Determined Contributions implementation at city level.

One Planet Network2021

Sustainable Buildings & Construction LAC

Highlights from sustainable construction initiatives in Latin America and Caribbean.

Strategic Partners

Collaborating with leading institutions to drive urban transformation globally.

UNESCO Chair on Sustainability - UPC

Under the aegis of UNESCO Chair on Sustainability

RECNET operates under the patronage of the UNESCO Chair on Sustainability at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, ensuring academic rigor and global recognition.

EverAdapt

Technology Partnership with EverAdapt

Strategic partnership with EverAdapt, a SaaS platform that helps cities and organizations turn crises into opportunities through AI and Digital Twin innovation.

Part of a network of 65 institutions across 25 countries

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Collaborative Urban Planning

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