# Yes/Cities Unlocking local innovation, impact, and economic opportunity. ## Cities are home to a growing majority of the world’s population and generate more than 80% of global GDP. Despite occupying just 3% of the world’s land, urban areas account for two-thirds of global energy demand and 70% of CO₂ emissions.As cities around the world prepare for continued growth — with an estimated 2.5 billion new residents by 2050 — they must ensure sustainable urban development while also delivering improved quality of life and economic opportunities for all residents. ## Explore cities ### Yes/Bengaluru A call for innovative solutions to help reimagine and transform the city of Bengaluru. ### Yes/Boston A call for innovative solutions to strengthen urban food systems in Boston. [Explore](https://uplink.weforum.org/place-based-innovation-yes-boston) ### Yes/San Francisco A growing ecosystem of partners accelerating innovation for the revitalization of San Francisco. [Explore](https://www.yessf.org/) ### What we do Yes/Cities brings together governments, innovators, investors, and leading companies to unlock economic opportunity and improve quality of life. ### Building bridges between innovation ecosystems We connect local innovation ecosystems through the Yes/Cities Global Network to align resources, expertise, and leadership around city priorities, accelerating innovation-led growth at the local level. ### Uncovering and scaling innovative solutions to urban issues Through UpLink, the World Economic Forum’s early-stage innovation engine, we identify high-potential ventures and connect them with the capital, partners, and technical support needed to pilot locally and scale globally. ### Aligning public and private investment to deliver shared outcomes We bring public and private investment together to align private capital with public-sector strategies, helping accelerate delivery, de-risk innovation, and fast-track local economic growth. ### Contributing to progress towards more resilient local economies We support the growth of new businesses and sectors that create local jobs, strengthen communities, and enhance quality of life—building the foundations for long-term economic resilience. ### How we drive impact Yes/Cities provides a pathway for world-leading companies to invest in innovation ecosystems across the globe—driving local growth, improving quality of life, forging new cross-sector partnerships, and seeding solutions to pressing global challenges. ### Sourcing breakthrough solutions Connect with leading ventures and innovations from around the world. ### Accelerating real world deployment Move from idea to implementation faster by aligning public and private sector agendas. ### Mobilizing capital for impact Attract funding and investment to catalyze and help scale game-changing solutions. ### Boosting global visibility Boost your city's visibility and influence on the global stage. ### Connecting with global leaders Learn, collaborate, and scale alongside global changemakers. ### Driving local transformation and growth Deliver tangible impact for residents and local economies. ### Featured insights Videos, media highlights, podcasts, and articles from Yes/Cities featuring partners, innovators, and its Global Network ## Featured Content ### Yes/Boston Cohort Announcement Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. ### Innovation and collaboration are building a sustainable future for San Francisco. This is how. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. ### Yes/Bengaluru Urban Innovation Challenge Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. ### Yes Cities – Reimagining Urban Life for People and Planet Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/meetings/world-economic-forum-annual-meeting-2025/sessions/media-briefing-yes-cities-reimaging-urban-life-for-people-and-planet/) ### This parking system charges 14 electric cars at once Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. ### These innovators are making San Francisco more sustainable Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. ## Curated publications ## Featured Content ### How food systems innovation can enable healthier, more resilient cities Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/preview/bb15fa5e-7a5c-43cf-98e4-15f5739eed50/) ### How the birthplace of Earth Day became a climate innovation hub Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/04/earth-day-lessons-san-francisco-innovation-hub-climate-action/) ### Find high-impact innovation and help it scale... Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/01/find-high-impact-innovation-and-help-it-scale-4-steps-toward-a-net-zero-nature-positive-equitable-world/) ### How San Francisco is driving urban biodiversity solutions for a greener future Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2024/10/san-francisco-urban-biodiversity-nature-based-solutions/) ### San Francisco leads the way in sustainable urban development with Yes SF Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in reprehenderit in voluptate velit. [Read more](https://www.weforum.org/stories/2024/05/san-francisco-sustainable-urban-development-yes-sf/)