Cities and regions have a number of different strategies aiming to
improve the urban environment and economic activities. The concepts of
innovation and smart city development are among the key phrases or
catchwords. These strategies apply to similar topics and the goal
setting the present is very alike. The cloning idea is visible, even
though similarities are probably caused by the European Union level
strategies that function as guidelines for national policies and
strategies. As stated, environment and sustainability are strongly
present in smart city agenda. Therefore, studied strategies expand the
smart city definition to include traditional problems of urban growth.
This chapter focuses on generating insights from Northern European
countries and regions.