# Nature-Infused Smart Cities The Panasonic City Project is Being Developed Outside of Denver By Ell Smith | Published 2018-01-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-city-project References: [psfk](https://www.psfk.com/2018/01/panasonic-model-smart-city-denver.html) & [panasoniccitynow](http://panasoniccitynow.com/panasonic-is-helping-the-city-of-denver-create-a-brighter-future/) The [Panasonic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-environmental-management) City Project is re-imagining a 400-acre development outside of Denver as a smart city that emphasizes sustainability and mobility. Complete with a multitude of walkways and open spaces, this smart city initiate hopes to merge the convenience of technology with the beauty of the natural world. In addition to its comforting aesthetic, this city will also feature a variety of [sustainable amenities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-smart-community), such as LED lights that switch off when not in use, and solar panels that power the entire development. Additionally, this city will be prepared in the event of an emergency as its updating its energy system with batteries and a self-contained grid. This means that if needed, the city can seamlessly switch from the grid, to its pool of stored electricity. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainability-focused Smart Cities:** The development of smart cities that prioritize sustainability and environmental conservation. - **Technology-integrated Natural Spaces:** The incorporation of technology features in natural environments and open spaces. - **Resilient Energy Systems:** The implementation of energy systems that are prepared for emergencies and can seamlessly switch between grid and stored electricity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Smart City Development:** The industry focused on planning and building smart cities that utilize advanced technologies. - **Renewable Energy:** The industry that specializes in harnessing clean and sustainable energy sources, such as solar panels. - **Environmental Conservation:** The industry dedicated to protecting and preserving natural ecosystems and resources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Urban City Developments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-city.md) - [AI-Powered Cityscape Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-urban-furniture.md) - [Bridge-Defining Tranquil Cities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mindfulness-city.md) - [Solar-Powered City Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/city-cars.md) - [Urban Solar Charging Benches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perovia.md) - [Multifunctional Circular Housing Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-park.md) - [Affordable Smart Community Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-smart-community.md) - [Smart City Infrastructure Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siliconphotonics.md) - [LED-Wrapped Airport Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pragues-airport.md)