We must leap, not stroll into the future. We must sprint, not jog. It will be this city that will be the Smart City of the world."

Mayor Sylvester Turner, May 2018

A message from Mayor Sylvester Turner

A smart city changes everything — for the better.

The City of Houston is using data and emerging tech to improve the quality of life for citizens, share information with the public, drive economic growth and build a more inclusive society.

Houston's Smart City Vision

Transportation

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Metro Transit Wi-Fi

Public transit Wi-Fi keeps passengers connected and engaged on their routes and increases ridership for the city.

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Parking Guidance System

Real-time data empowers drivers to find parking spots faster and more conveniently than ever before.

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Intelligent Transportation System

A powerhouse of smart devices and real-time data helps manage Houston traffic on a comprehensive scale.

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Dockless Bikes & Scooters

More mobility options means less traffic congestion, convenient travel, better air quality and more.

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Parking Pay-by-Plate

A modern take on parking meters promises more seamless parking, easier enforcement and cost savings for the city.

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Parking Analytics

We’re managing our city’s parking inventory in real time to boost parking satisfaction while driving big efficiencies.

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Rice/Kinder Foundation Study

Research study addressing our environmentally-friendly vehicle replacement to modern electric vehicles.

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Autonomous Transit Circulator

Autonomous circulator system fast-tracks travel time, helps with traffic congestion and improves public transit accessibility.

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Public Safety

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Downtown Sandbox

This collaborative hub enables ongoing testing and installation of the latest tech to keep our city safe.

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Project Edison

This platform alerts authorities and the public during active emergencies, enabling safe passage — and safer communities.

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Firefighting Drones

Firefighting in Houston is safer than ever with smart drones that assess conditions and identify hazards.

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Resiliency & Sustainability

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Flood Detection Sensors

A low-cost, high-impact solution from Houston’s brightest minds uses sensors to alert drivers of high-water conditions.

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Sanitary Sewer Outflow Monitors

A powerful network of monitors is keeping our citywide sewers in check and our city streets cleaner.

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Mobile Air Quality Sensors

Sensor-enabled vehicles monitor air pollutants throughout our city to embrace green environment initiatives.

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Water Innovation Hub

The nation's first large-scale water technology demonstration hub is testing and showcasing innovative solutions to water and wastewater challenges.

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Bridge to Clean Air

Cutting-edge filtration systems and air monitors work together to purify polluted air protecting neighboring communities.

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Roadway Flood Warning System

High water sensors and advanced traffic signaling will keep our city safe and informed during flood threats.

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Lead Elimination Research

A powerful risk model uses tech to pinpoint building locations with high lead levels and protect our city from dangerous health issues.

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Smart Grease Trap Program

Houston’s Health Department is at the helm of a data solution that keeps our sewer systems uncontaminated.

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Smart Water Meters

Houstonians are saving energy costs with intelligent meters that detect leaks and push sensible tips for water conservation.

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Engagement

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Innovation Corridor & District

A groundbreaking corridor connecting people, key industries and businesses for tech-forward transformations.

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Community Sentiment Analysis

Using AI and social media to understand community sentiment and drive more engaged and well-informed governance.

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311 Chatbot

The city has questions — an ultra-responsive chatbot answers them 24/7.

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311 Prediction

A platform that analyzes and predicts Houston 311 calls is transforming how our citizens experience the city.

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Permit Wizard

The Houston Permitting Center's online tool to simplify and personalize the submittal process for users everywhere.

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Helpful Resources

Sketch City

Houston's open community of 2700+ advocates joins forces on projects to drive big city improvements.

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Houston Exponential

This support hub for high-impact startups is championing tech innovation and becoming a model organization for the country.

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Houston Open Data Portal

A powerhouse data platform keeps citizens informed on weather, traffic, emergencies and more

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Mayor's Office of Innovation

Who are we?

We improve the way government operates and innovates so that Houston continues to grow as a world-class City. Learn more about the Mayor's Office of Innovation.

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