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The Icelandic capital of Reykjavik stands out in fifth position in the smart city ranking . The city was particularly commended for its environmental smart city initiatives , gaining the top spot in this category . For example , the city recently promoted a public transportation app for city buses in the greater Reykjavík area called Straetó . The app has been downloaded 85,000 times and has encouraged citizens

to use buses more frequently . The Icelandic capital has tried to

involve the public in its plans through Better Reykjavik , an online consultation forum where citizens can present their ideas on the services and operations of the city .

JUNE 2019