An Intelligent Community Institute™ is a local research and development institution established in partnership with ICF by universities, local governments and other organizations to accelerate the Intelligent Community® movement at the regional and national level. They promote the use of broadband and information technology for economic development. Digital connectivity and services have transformed our economy and will continue do so for decades of this Digital Century, and economic development practices need to keep pace with change.
Each Intelligent Community Institute™ teaches the Community Accelerator Strategy while also supporting a specific mission of the community or institution that is home to the Institute. That mission may focus on education or accessibility, agriculture or alternative energy, the creation of technology clusters or the reduction of poverty. Whatever the mission, the Institute creates new capabilities for the global movement while addressing regional or national priorities.
Future Institutes
If you wish to explore formation of an Intelligent Community Institute™, request an Expression of Interest template from co-founder Louis Zacharilla.