20 Dec 2024

Kenneth Heijns receives Andreaspenning

Our former Managing Director Kenneth Heijns honored with the prestigious Andreaspenning

12 Dec 2024

Being Physical: SCA at MIT

For the first time since AMS Institute and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) partnered to create the joint inititative Senseable City Amsterdam, the full research team traveled to Boston.

9 Dec 2024

From 'old' to 'sustainable' devices

Circularity in Urban Regions

In today’s fast-paced digital world, we rarely pause to consider the hidden environmental costs of our devices. From laptops and servers to smartphones, the production of ICT hardware accounts for a staggering 3-6% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

9 Dec 2024

From 'old' to 'sustainable' devices

Circularity in Urban Regions

In today’s fast-paced digital world, we rarely pause to consider the hidden environmental costs of our devices. From laptops and servers to smartphones, the production of ICT hardware accounts for a staggering 3-6% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

5 Dec 2024

Amsterdam's roofs: 50% electricity

Urban Energy

New findings reveal how Amsterdam can accelerate its transition towards so-called Positive Energy Districts, where clean, useful energy such as solar electricity and heat are generated and consumed locally.

28 Nov 2024

MSc MADE Knowledge Clips 2024

Education

MSc MADE students created engaging knowledge clips for the Metropolitan Challenges course, addressing key issues facing metropolitan areas today. The clips provide fresh perspectives on urban challenges like water, food, housing, energy, and transport.

21 Nov 2024

Guiding drivers to do better

Responsible Urban Digitalization

We all want livable cities and clean air. But how can we ensure driver autonomy while promoting public values in mobility? The Driving for Values project offers solutions for integrating smart navigation into cities—while covering critical ethical bases.

21 Nov 2024

Guiding drivers to do better

Responsible Urban Digitalization

We all want livable cities and clean air. But how can we ensure driver autonomy while promoting public values in mobility? The Driving for Values project offers solutions for integrating smart navigation into cities—while covering critical ethical bases.

11 Nov 2024

The Ideal(s) City: daily sustainability

Circularity in Urban Regions

The work of the Ideal(s) City Lab has evolved into a partnership coined the “Integrated Monitor.” This monitor embeds sustainability within the entire municipality.

29 Oct 2024

No home left behind

Urban Energy

One major challenge to the energy transition is the housing sector. Much of our building stock desperately needs renovation, but that is only possible with the consent and cooperation of residents. Meet four TU Delft PhDs tackling the issue.

29 Oct 2024

No home left behind

Urban Energy

One major challenge to the energy transition is the housing sector. Much of our building stock desperately needs renovation, but that is only possible with the consent and cooperation of residents. Meet four TU Delft PhDs tackling the issue.

26 Sep 2024

AMS signs City Deal 'Tijdloze Grachten'

On Wednesday, September 25, during the Public Space Expo, 17 parties*, including AMS Institute, officially signed the City Deal 'Tijdloze Grachten' (Timeless Canals).

9 Sep 2024

MSc MADE study trip 2024

Education

After a night on the sleeper train from Amsterdam, 20 MSc MADE students disembarked in Prague. The enjoyable and insightful trip gave us insights into urban mobility and housing issues outside of Amsterdam. By Yannick Aliet and Nina Lobo.

28 Aug 2024

Droppie and Nauti

Entrepreneurship

Our AMS Startup Booster program helps entrepreneurs turn their business idea into urban-tech startups. In light of batch #7 now opening its doors for new applicants, we’re looking back at some of batch #6 success stories! Today: Droppie and Nauti.

28 Aug 2024

Droppie and Nauti

Entrepreneurship

Our AMS Startup Booster program helps entrepreneurs turn their business idea into urban-tech startups. In light of batch #7 now opening its doors for new applicants, we’re looking back at some of batch #6 success stories! Today: Droppie and Nauti.

26 Aug 2024

Getting the historic centre off gas

Urban Energy

Amsterdam is committed to reducing carbon emissions by 95% by 2050 and phasing out natural gas by 2040. The historic Centrum is intended to transition off natural gas last, but new research from TU Delft and AMS pinpoints how it can already begin.

19 Aug 2024

Insects: proxies of urban biodiversity

Urbanization is one of the key drivers of biodiversity decline. This MIT and AMS Institute study proposes a novel AI model and method to quantify insect population dynamics — a key indicator of biodiversity — in real-time to promote urban biodiversity.

18 Jul 2024

Startup Booster #6: Where are they now?

Entrepreneurship

We’re looking back at some of batch #6 winners!

18 Jul 2024

Startup Booster #6: Where are they now?

Entrepreneurship

We’re looking back at some of batch #6 winners!

2 Jul 2024

How do locals feel about low-car policy?

Smart Urban Mobility

As Amsterdam pursues a low-car future, this Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) and AMS Institute research investigates what 400 Amsterdammers really think about different low-car urban interventions.

24 Jun 2024

Drive-by sensors for cleaner cities

MIT and AMS collab on drive-by sensors

24 Jun 2024

Drive-by sensors for cleaner cities

MIT and AMS collab on drive-by sensors

14 Jun 2024

Heat stress inequality in Amsterdam

Climate Resilient Cities

New study published in Nature Cities

28 May 2024

10 years of AMS, The Playbook

Sharing the key building blocks to create urban impact

28 May 2024

Annual Report 2023

28 May 2024

Annual Report 2023

27 May 2024

Amsterdam's huge circular potential

Circularity in Urban Regions

Four circular economy strategies in Amsterdam could lead to huge emissions savings

14 May 2024

Data-based tools for circular IT

Circularity in Urban Regions

RePlanIT provides insight into circular options for laptops and servers

7 May 2024

Zwanet van Lubek - New Managing Director

The AMS Institute board has appointed Zwanet van Lubek as the Managing Director of Amsterdam Institute of Advanced...

7 May 2024

Zwanet van Lubek - New Managing Director

The AMS Institute board has appointed Zwanet van Lubek as the Managing Director of Amsterdam Institute of Advanced...

1 May 2024

Metro energy can power electric buses

Urban Energy

The project finds a way to not only outsmart grid congestion, but also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save on costs

30 Apr 2024

MSc MADE Graduation Ceremony 2024

Education

April 18th was an exciting day for 19 MSc MADE students! We warmly welcomed friends and family to the MSc MADE graduation ceremony where our newly minted urban engineers received and signed their diplomas.

30 Apr 2024

MSc MADE Graduation Ceremony 2024

Education

April 18th was an exciting day for 19 MSc MADE students! We warmly welcomed friends and family to the MSc MADE graduation ceremony where our newly minted urban engineers received and signed their diplomas.

29 Apr 2024

AMS Scientific Conference '24

The AMS Scientific Conference, April 23 - 25, came together as an exciting three days filled with discussions.

18 Apr 2024

Reviving repair in the Netherlands

Circularity in Urban Regions

EU legislation alone won't revive the Netherlands' lost art of repair.

12 Apr 2024

Call for proposals DRO

Smart Urban Mobility

AMS Institute is part of the Groeifonds program DRO (Digitale Regie Openbare ruimte, or Digital Orchestration of the use of Public Space). Within this consortium we will be supporting 20 Proof of Concepts and we are looking for ideas!

12 Apr 2024

Call for proposals DRO

Smart Urban Mobility

AMS Institute is part of the Groeifonds program DRO (Digitale Regie Openbare ruimte, or Digital Orchestration of the use of Public Space). Within this consortium we will be supporting 20 Proof of Concepts and we are looking for ideas!

5 Apr 2024

MAKE Biobased course - Open Knowledge Coalition

Education

The MAKE Biobased course, a joint effort between AMS Institute, Amsterdam University of the Arts (AHK), and CODAM...

27 Mar 2024

Think globally, rebuild locally

In order to recycle construction materials, keep them close to home, a new study from AMS Institute, MIT and TU Delft finds.

13 Mar 2024

Biobased: Build more, pollute less?

Circularity in Urban Regions

How can we build more while polluting less?

13 Mar 2024

Biobased: Build more, pollute less?

Circularity in Urban Regions

How can we build more while polluting less?

7 Mar 2024

New Bridges and Quay Walls platform

23 Feb 2024

Aligning art, science and engineering

Education

The new course is a milestone initiative from The neighbors AMS Institute, AHK, and CODAM

23 Feb 2024

Aligning art, science and engineering

Education

The new course is a milestone initiative from The neighbors AMS Institute, AHK, and CODAM

20 Feb 2024

7 AMS Startup Booster visionaries

Entrepreneurship

Last October, seven startups with innovative business ideas joined the sixth batch of the AMS Startup Booster program.

8 Feb 2024

Building more sustainably? Wood can be a solution.

Solving the housing crisis while simultaneously making strides in sustainability: that's the goal of the Amsterdam municipality, but is it feasible? According to circular economy expert Joke Dufourmont, building with wood could provide a solution.

29 Jan 2024

AMS Institute part of DRO-DMI consortium

29 Jan 2024

AMS Institute part of DRO-DMI consortium

22 Jan 2024

MetaCCAZE: new EU project on smart zero emission urban mobility

Smart Urban Mobility

The start of the year 2024 marks the unveiling of the new and innovative European project metaCCAZE which focuses on user-centric, electric, automated and connected mobility and infrastructure in European cities.

16 Jan 2024

Smart doorbell cameras pose a danger

Responsible Urban Digitalization

Thijs Turèl from AMS Institute wrote an opinion piece for Dutch newspaper Trouw on smart doorbells and the dangers

9 Jan 2024

Living Lab documentaries MSc MADE

An essential component of their Living lab projects is the creation of a documentary...

9 Jan 2024

Living Lab documentaries MSc MADE

An essential component of their Living lab projects is the creation of a documentary...

21 Dec 2023

Our 9 highlights of 2023

Before jumping into 2024, let's take a moment to reflect on this year, and take a look at a selection of 2023 highlights

21 Dec 2023

Collect Your Retrofits

Urban Energy

In Amsterdam’s many heritage buildings, sustainable renovation involves more than just technical challenges.

21 Dec 2023

Collect Your Retrofits

Urban Energy

In Amsterdam’s many heritage buildings, sustainable renovation involves more than just technical challenges.

19 Dec 2023

Innofestival aftermovie

7 Dec 2023

Amsterdam Circular: promoting sustainable entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship

This week the second edition of the Amsterdam Circular investor readiness program came to its conclusion.

5 Dec 2023

Second-hand Solar Panels Reigersbos

Circularity in Urban Regions

South east added a new uniquely sustainable roof. The roof of the Kazerne in Reigersbos is completely outfitted with second-hand solar panels. This benefits the energy supply of the Kazerne building itself.

5 Dec 2023

Second-hand Solar Panels Reigersbos

Circularity in Urban Regions

South east added a new uniquely sustainable roof. The roof of the Kazerne in Reigersbos is completely outfitted with second-hand solar panels. This benefits the energy supply of the Kazerne building itself.

30 Nov 2023

New model predicts the safety quaysides

Climate Resilient Cities

Mart-Jan Hemel defended his thesis on this at TU Delft on November 30.

30 Nov 2023

ALIGN4Energy knowledge module 2023

27 Nov 2023

MSc MADE Knowledge Clips 2023

Education

27 Nov 2023

MSc MADE Knowledge Clips 2023

Education

24 Nov 2023

Exciting News from Amsterdam Zuidoost

Urban Energy

Tuesday Nov 21st marks a major milestone as we officially signed the '24-'28 Energy Lab Zuidoost cooperation agreement

8 Nov 2023

EU4Advice: Short Food Supply Chains

Metropolitan Food Systems

Short food supply chains (SFSCs) present solutions to the pressing challenges within our current food system.

8 Nov 2023

EU4Advice: Short Food Supply Chains

Metropolitan Food Systems

Short food supply chains (SFSCs) present solutions to the pressing challenges within our current food system.

30 Oct 2023

Bridging theory and practice: Urban innovation inspires at Marineterrein's Weekend van de Wetenschap

In collaboration with Marineterrein partners, AMS Institute demonstrated its unwavering dedication...

27 Oct 2023

Empowering Cities with Citizen Engagement: CoTown

Entrepreneurship

As we celebrate the launch of our 6th AMS Startup Booster program, it's the perfect moment to reflect on the journey of our Booster Alumni. Let's hear it from CoTown.

19 Oct 2023

Highlighting MSc MADE Theses

Education

19 Oct 2023

Highlighting MSc MADE Theses

Education

14 Oct 2023

Introducing the Research Fellows

5 Oct 2023

RePlanIT: Circularity in ICT hardware

ReplanIT presented their findings on how to double ICT hardware lifespan, reducing e-waste and emissions during an interactive session as part of the ECP-NCDD* event.

4 Oct 2023

Amsterdam Circular #1 Startup Teams

Entrepreneurship

25 teams joined the first edition of the Amsterdam Circular investor readiness program. After two months of experimenting, workshops, deep dives, training sessions and meeting investors, the startups are fully equipped to build a lasting business.

4 Oct 2023

Amsterdam Circular #1 Startup Teams

Entrepreneurship

25 teams joined the first edition of the Amsterdam Circular investor readiness program. After two months of experimenting, workshops, deep dives, training sessions and meeting investors, the startups are fully equipped to build a lasting business.

20 Sep 2023

OJOA: turning waste into (w)health

Entrepreneurship

Eating healthy should be accessible, natural, and circular, according to the founders of OJOA. The circular food startup tackles the challenge of food waste in Europe by upcycling imperfect fruits and addressing the lack of healthy products in the market.

20 Sep 2023

New urban bridges and quay walls project

Climate Resilient Cities

20 Sep 2023

New urban bridges and quay walls project

Climate Resilient Cities

19 Sep 2023

Call for Abstracts

We invite you to contribute to the conference "Reinventing the City 2024 - Blueprints for messy cities?"

13 Sep 2023

Recap Opening Academic Year

10 Sep 2023

Recap MIT Summer school 2023

The MIT Summer School on "Decarbonizing Cities and the Social Costs of Climate Change" brought together...

10 Sep 2023

Recap MIT Summer school 2023

The MIT Summer School on "Decarbonizing Cities and the Social Costs of Climate Change" brought together...

7 Sep 2023

Amsterdam: How hot is it in your house?

5 Sep 2023

Call for proposals: Responsible Solutions in the Smart City

Do you have an innovative idea to tackle ethical challenges in the smart city? We offer financial support and resources to transform your concept into a tangible prototype in the vibrant city of Amsterdam.

21 Aug 2023

Biobased plastics for nature restoration

Circularity in Urban Regions

The PRO-PHBV project has entered its experiment phase. The project is working on creating biobased plastics for both the

21 Aug 2023

Biobased plastics for nature restoration

Circularity in Urban Regions

The PRO-PHBV project has entered its experiment phase. The project is working on creating biobased plastics for both the

1 Aug 2023

Building the ideal city from data

The best way to organize a city is in line with its ideals. But what exactly are those ideals and how do you prevent...

28 Jul 2023

Recap event Multifunctional Quay Walls

28 Jul 2023

Recap event Multifunctional Quay Walls

26 Jul 2023

Living Labs Microsummit 2023

On June 26, 2023, AMS Institute, in collaboration with the Next-Generation Cities Institute at Concordia University, ...

19 Jul 2023

MADE Metropolitan Solutions 2023

Entrepreneurship

The MSc MADE course Metropolitan Solutions has once again proven to be a dynamic platform for tackling urban challenges

19 Jul 2023

Lia's internship at AMS Institute

Education

My internship experience at AMS Institute was nothing short of remarkable. As a summer research intern,

19 Jul 2023

Lia's internship at AMS Institute

Education

My internship experience at AMS Institute was nothing short of remarkable. As a summer research intern,

14 Jul 2023

AMS Startup Booster batch #5

Entrepreneurship

Last April, five teams with innovative busines ideas joined the fifth batch of the AMS Startup Booster program.

13 Jul 2023

Innovation and learning organizations join forces at Marineterrein Amsterdam

28 Jun 2023

Recap StolenBike-athon

28 Jun 2023

Recap StolenBike-athon

26 Jun 2023

Recap Future Mobility for Cities Event

19 Jun 2023

Continuing the partnership

19 Jun 2023

Continuing the partnership

16 Jun 2023

Annual Report 2022

12 Jun 2023

Debunking Timber Myths

Circularity in Urban Regions

31 May 2023

SmartHubs: Insights and Tools for Future Urban Mobility

Smart Urban Mobility

After two years of extensive research, the first results of the SmartHubs project are available, a collaborative effort between AMS Institute and 18 partners.

31 May 2023

SmartHubs: Insights and Tools for Future Urban Mobility

Smart Urban Mobility

After two years of extensive research, the first results of the SmartHubs project are available, a collaborative effort between AMS Institute and 18 partners.

25 May 2023

From sports club to innovation lab

19 May 2023

MADE IT study trip: Uncovering Istanbul

Education

Blog post by Amber Lijzen and Carlos Herrera Ventosa

14 Apr 2023

Innovating vertical farming

Metropolitan Food Systems

14 Apr 2023

Innovating vertical farming

Metropolitan Food Systems

13 Apr 2023

MSc MADE graduation ceremony 2023

Education

Yesterday 18 MSc MADE students celebrated their graduation. We were happy to welcome the students, their families and...

4 Apr 2023

One Ground Studio - AMS Startup Booster

Entrepreneurship

Flash floods are becoming an increasingly pressing issue in many cities around the world, exacerbated by climate change

4 Apr 2023

One Ground Studio - AMS Startup Booster

Entrepreneurship

Flash floods are becoming an increasingly pressing issue in many cities around the world, exacerbated by climate change

16 Mar 2023

Lettus Design - sustainable communities

21 Mar 2023

Privacy preserving crowd sensing systems

Responsible Urban Digitalization

The need for crowd sensing in urban scenarios has been acknowledged by urban governing bodies, as it provides...

10 Mar 2023

The Leaf's first pergola pilots

Entrepreneurship

"The need for greenery in cities is critical, but finding space can be a challenge. The Leaf's climate-adaptive...

10 Mar 2023

The Leaf's first pergola pilots

Entrepreneurship

"The need for greenery in cities is critical, but finding space can be a challenge. The Leaf's climate-adaptive...

8 Mar 2023

Re-plex material testing

Circularity in Urban Regions

At the Bajeskwartier in Amsterdam, BAM Advies & Engineering, AMS Institute, and NPSP recently installed a test rig...

28 Feb 2023

National Growth Fund proposal approved

27 Feb 2023

MADE students create elephant dung bench

Education

Five of our MSc MADE students have collaborated with ARTIS to create a sustainable park bench made of elephant dung. The project, part of a living lab, was designed to find a circular solution to ARTIS's largest organic waste stream: elephant poop.

27 Feb 2023

MADE students create elephant dung bench

Education

Five of our MSc MADE students have collaborated with ARTIS to create a sustainable park bench made of elephant dung. The project, part of a living lab, was designed to find a circular solution to ARTIS's largest organic waste stream: elephant poop.

27 Feb 2023

The first MSc MADE course

Education

The master program Metropolitan Analysis, Design and Engineering (MSc MADE) recently celebrated its fifth birthday. To celebrate, we sat down with Bas van Vliet, one of the founding members of the program, to learn about the origins of the first course.

20 Feb 2023

Smart design reduces aircraft noise

20 Feb 2023

Smart design reduces aircraft noise

16 Feb 2023

Launch Amsterdam Circular

Entrepreneurship

AMS Institute launches the Amsterdam Circular Investor Readiness Program, together with Rockstart...

15 Feb 2023

Uncovering the Routes of Stolen Bikes

Smart Urban Mobility

With an estimated 80,000 bikes stolen in Amsterdam each year, AMS Institute, TU Delft, and MIT, in partnership with the Municipality of Amsterdam, have placed 100 locked GPS-traceable bikes in Amsterdam to track and analyze the patterns of stolen bikes.

10 Feb 2023

Bio-based construction getting into gear

Circularity in Urban Regions

10 Feb 2023

Bio-based construction getting into gear

Circularity in Urban Regions

9 Feb 2023

Week of the Circular Economy 2023: 3 projects highlighted

8 Feb 2023

Official Launch Circulaw

Circularity in Urban Regions

CircuLaw is a new online legal platform that aims to break down the barriers to the transition towards a circular econom

6 Feb 2023

Next phase for Roboat

Roboat is ready to boost urban waterborne mobility and transportation and scale its added value to cities...

6 Feb 2023

Next phase for Roboat

Roboat is ready to boost urban waterborne mobility and transportation and scale its added value to cities...

26 Jan 2023

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Syllogic, Cyrcle and BUX

Entrepreneurship

Time to introduce the last start-ups that are getting boosted!

11 Jan 2023

SPATwater: Sustainable Business Parks

Entrepreneurship

Say goodbye to grey business parks! SPATwater, a Start-up Booster program alumnus developed a free online tool through which businesses can achieve sustainable and climate-adaptive spaces with a step-by-step approach.

11 Jan 2023

SPATwater: Sustainable Business Parks

Entrepreneurship

Say goodbye to grey business parks! SPATwater, a Start-up Booster program alumnus developed a free online tool through which businesses can achieve sustainable and climate-adaptive spaces with a step-by-step approach.

21 Dec 2022

Blog #5: Towards a Car-Independent City - The Role of Attitudes

Smart Urban Mobility

Blog by Jaime Soza-Parra, Petar Koljensic, Tom Kuipers

1 Dec 2022

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Lettus Design, AI Institute and Energon System

Entrepreneurship

Last October, six startups joined the AMS Startup Booster program: AMS Institutes early-stage incubator for business ide

15 Dec 2022

A MADE students’ trip to the SCEWC

Education

15 Dec 2022

A MADE students’ trip to the SCEWC

Education

21 Dec 2022

Our 9 highlights of 2022

With 2023 at our doorstep, a new year arrives to create innovative solutions to scale up and accelerate impact in the urban environment. At the end of the year, it is also a tradition to look back and reminisce.

20 Dec 2024

Kenneth Heijns receives Andreaspenning

Our former Managing Director Kenneth Heijns honored with the prestigious Andreaspenning

20 Dec 2024

Kenneth Heijns receives Andreaspenning

Our former Managing Director Kenneth Heijns honored with the prestigious Andreaspenning

12 Dec 2024

Being Physical: SCA at MIT

For the first time since AMS Institute and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) partnered to create the joint inititative Senseable City Amsterdam, the full research team traveled to Boston.

12 Dec 2024

Being Physical: SCA at MIT

For the first time since AMS Institute and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) partnered to create the joint inititative Senseable City Amsterdam, the full research team traveled to Boston.

12 Dec 2024

Being Physical: SCA at MIT

For the first time since AMS Institute and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) partnered to create the joint inititative Senseable City Amsterdam, the full research team traveled to Boston.

12 Dec 2024

Being Physical: SCA at MIT

For the first time since AMS Institute and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) partnered to create the joint inititative Senseable City Amsterdam, the full research team traveled to Boston.

9 Dec 2024

From 'old' to 'sustainable' devices

Circularity in Urban Regions

In today’s fast-paced digital world, we rarely pause to consider the hidden environmental costs of our devices. From laptops and servers to smartphones, the production of ICT hardware accounts for a staggering 3-6% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

5 Dec 2024

Amsterdam's roofs: 50% electricity

Urban Energy

New findings reveal how Amsterdam can accelerate its transition towards so-called Positive Energy Districts, where clean, useful energy such as solar electricity and heat are generated and consumed locally.

9 Dec 2024

From 'old' to 'sustainable' devices

Circularity in Urban Regions

In today’s fast-paced digital world, we rarely pause to consider the hidden environmental costs of our devices. From laptops and servers to smartphones, the production of ICT hardware accounts for a staggering 3-6% of global greenhouse gas emissions.

5 Dec 2024

Amsterdam's roofs: 50% electricity

Urban Energy

New findings reveal how Amsterdam can accelerate its transition towards so-called Positive Energy Districts, where clean, useful energy such as solar electricity and heat are generated and consumed locally.

28 Nov 2024

MSc MADE Knowledge Clips 2024

Education

MSc MADE students created engaging knowledge clips for the Metropolitan Challenges course, addressing key issues facing metropolitan areas today. The clips provide fresh perspectives on urban challenges like water, food, housing, energy, and transport.

28 Nov 2024

MSc MADE Knowledge Clips 2024

Education

MSc MADE students created engaging knowledge clips for the Metropolitan Challenges course, addressing key issues facing metropolitan areas today. The clips provide fresh perspectives on urban challenges like water, food, housing, energy, and transport.

28 Nov 2024

MSc MADE Knowledge Clips 2024

Education

MSc MADE students created engaging knowledge clips for the Metropolitan Challenges course, addressing key issues facing metropolitan areas today. The clips provide fresh perspectives on urban challenges like water, food, housing, energy, and transport.

28 Nov 2024

MSc MADE Knowledge Clips 2024

Education

MSc MADE students created engaging knowledge clips for the Metropolitan Challenges course, addressing key issues facing metropolitan areas today. The clips provide fresh perspectives on urban challenges like water, food, housing, energy, and transport.

21 Nov 2024

Guiding drivers to do better

Responsible Urban Digitalization

We all want livable cities and clean air. But how can we ensure driver autonomy while promoting public values in mobility? The Driving for Values project offers solutions for integrating smart navigation into cities—while covering critical ethical bases.

21 Nov 2024

Guiding drivers to do better

Responsible Urban Digitalization

We all want livable cities and clean air. But how can we ensure driver autonomy while promoting public values in mobility? The Driving for Values project offers solutions for integrating smart navigation into cities—while covering critical ethical bases.

11 Nov 2024

The Ideal(s) City: daily sustainability

Circularity in Urban Regions

The work of the Ideal(s) City Lab has evolved into a partnership coined the “Integrated Monitor.” This monitor embeds sustainability within the entire municipality.

11 Nov 2024

The Ideal(s) City: daily sustainability

Circularity in Urban Regions

The work of the Ideal(s) City Lab has evolved into a partnership coined the “Integrated Monitor.” This monitor embeds sustainability within the entire municipality.

29 Oct 2024

No home left behind

Urban Energy

One major challenge to the energy transition is the housing sector. Much of our building stock desperately needs renovation, but that is only possible with the consent and cooperation of residents. Meet four TU Delft PhDs tackling the issue.

29 Oct 2024

No home left behind

Urban Energy

One major challenge to the energy transition is the housing sector. Much of our building stock desperately needs renovation, but that is only possible with the consent and cooperation of residents. Meet four TU Delft PhDs tackling the issue.

29 Oct 2024

No home left behind

Urban Energy

One major challenge to the energy transition is the housing sector. Much of our building stock desperately needs renovation, but that is only possible with the consent and cooperation of residents. Meet four TU Delft PhDs tackling the issue.

29 Oct 2024

No home left behind

Urban Energy

One major challenge to the energy transition is the housing sector. Much of our building stock desperately needs renovation, but that is only possible with the consent and cooperation of residents. Meet four TU Delft PhDs tackling the issue.

26 Sep 2024

AMS signs City Deal 'Tijdloze Grachten'

On Wednesday, September 25, during the Public Space Expo, 17 parties*, including AMS Institute, officially signed the City Deal 'Tijdloze Grachten' (Timeless Canals).

9 Sep 2024

MSc MADE study trip 2024

Education

After a night on the sleeper train from Amsterdam, 20 MSc MADE students disembarked in Prague. The enjoyable and insightful trip gave us insights into urban mobility and housing issues outside of Amsterdam. By Yannick Aliet and Nina Lobo.

26 Sep 2024

AMS signs City Deal 'Tijdloze Grachten'

On Wednesday, September 25, during the Public Space Expo, 17 parties*, including AMS Institute, officially signed the City Deal 'Tijdloze Grachten' (Timeless Canals).

9 Sep 2024

MSc MADE study trip 2024

Education

After a night on the sleeper train from Amsterdam, 20 MSc MADE students disembarked in Prague. The enjoyable and insightful trip gave us insights into urban mobility and housing issues outside of Amsterdam. By Yannick Aliet and Nina Lobo.

28 Aug 2024

Droppie and Nauti

Entrepreneurship

Our AMS Startup Booster program helps entrepreneurs turn their business idea into urban-tech startups. In light of batch #7 now opening its doors for new applicants, we’re looking back at some of batch #6 success stories! Today: Droppie and Nauti.

28 Aug 2024

Droppie and Nauti

Entrepreneurship

Our AMS Startup Booster program helps entrepreneurs turn their business idea into urban-tech startups. In light of batch #7 now opening its doors for new applicants, we’re looking back at some of batch #6 success stories! Today: Droppie and Nauti.

28 Aug 2024

Droppie and Nauti

Entrepreneurship

Our AMS Startup Booster program helps entrepreneurs turn their business idea into urban-tech startups. In light of batch #7 now opening its doors for new applicants, we’re looking back at some of batch #6 success stories! Today: Droppie and Nauti.

28 Aug 2024

Droppie and Nauti

Entrepreneurship

Our AMS Startup Booster program helps entrepreneurs turn their business idea into urban-tech startups. In light of batch #7 now opening its doors for new applicants, we’re looking back at some of batch #6 success stories! Today: Droppie and Nauti.

26 Aug 2024

Getting the historic centre off gas

Urban Energy

Amsterdam is committed to reducing carbon emissions by 95% by 2050 and phasing out natural gas by 2040. The historic Centrum is intended to transition off natural gas last, but new research from TU Delft and AMS pinpoints how it can already begin.

26 Aug 2024

Getting the historic centre off gas

Urban Energy

Amsterdam is committed to reducing carbon emissions by 95% by 2050 and phasing out natural gas by 2040. The historic Centrum is intended to transition off natural gas last, but new research from TU Delft and AMS pinpoints how it can already begin.

19 Aug 2024

Insects: proxies of urban biodiversity

Urbanization is one of the key drivers of biodiversity decline. This MIT and AMS Institute study proposes a novel AI model and method to quantify insect population dynamics — a key indicator of biodiversity — in real-time to promote urban biodiversity.

19 Aug 2024

Insects: proxies of urban biodiversity

Urbanization is one of the key drivers of biodiversity decline. This MIT and AMS Institute study proposes a novel AI model and method to quantify insect population dynamics — a key indicator of biodiversity — in real-time to promote urban biodiversity.

18 Jul 2024

Startup Booster #6: Where are they now?

Entrepreneurship

We’re looking back at some of batch #6 winners!

18 Jul 2024

Startup Booster #6: Where are they now?

Entrepreneurship

We’re looking back at some of batch #6 winners!

18 Jul 2024

Startup Booster #6: Where are they now?

Entrepreneurship

We’re looking back at some of batch #6 winners!

18 Jul 2024

Startup Booster #6: Where are they now?

Entrepreneurship

We’re looking back at some of batch #6 winners!

2 Jul 2024

How do locals feel about low-car policy?

Smart Urban Mobility

As Amsterdam pursues a low-car future, this Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) and AMS Institute research investigates what 400 Amsterdammers really think about different low-car urban interventions.

24 Jun 2024

Drive-by sensors for cleaner cities

MIT and AMS collab on drive-by sensors

2 Jul 2024

How do locals feel about low-car policy?

Smart Urban Mobility

As Amsterdam pursues a low-car future, this Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) and AMS Institute research investigates what 400 Amsterdammers really think about different low-car urban interventions.

24 Jun 2024

Drive-by sensors for cleaner cities

MIT and AMS collab on drive-by sensors

14 Jun 2024

Heat stress inequality in Amsterdam

Climate Resilient Cities

New study published in Nature Cities

14 Jun 2024

Heat stress inequality in Amsterdam

Climate Resilient Cities

New study published in Nature Cities

14 Jun 2024

Heat stress inequality in Amsterdam

Climate Resilient Cities

New study published in Nature Cities

14 Jun 2024

Heat stress inequality in Amsterdam

Climate Resilient Cities

New study published in Nature Cities

28 May 2024

10 years of AMS, The Playbook

Sharing the key building blocks to create urban impact

28 May 2024

10 years of AMS, The Playbook

Sharing the key building blocks to create urban impact

28 May 2024

Annual Report 2023

28 May 2024

Annual Report 2023

27 May 2024

Amsterdam's huge circular potential

Circularity in Urban Regions

Four circular economy strategies in Amsterdam could lead to huge emissions savings

27 May 2024

Amsterdam's huge circular potential

Circularity in Urban Regions

Four circular economy strategies in Amsterdam could lead to huge emissions savings

27 May 2024

Amsterdam's huge circular potential

Circularity in Urban Regions

Four circular economy strategies in Amsterdam could lead to huge emissions savings

27 May 2024

Amsterdam's huge circular potential

Circularity in Urban Regions

Four circular economy strategies in Amsterdam could lead to huge emissions savings

14 May 2024

Data-based tools for circular IT

Circularity in Urban Regions

RePlanIT provides insight into circular options for laptops and servers

7 May 2024

Zwanet van Lubek - New Managing Director

The AMS Institute board has appointed Zwanet van Lubek as the Managing Director of Amsterdam Institute of Advanced...

14 May 2024

Data-based tools for circular IT

Circularity in Urban Regions

RePlanIT provides insight into circular options for laptops and servers

7 May 2024

Zwanet van Lubek - New Managing Director

The AMS Institute board has appointed Zwanet van Lubek as the Managing Director of Amsterdam Institute of Advanced...

1 May 2024

Metro energy can power electric buses

Urban Energy

The project finds a way to not only outsmart grid congestion, but also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save on costs

1 May 2024

Metro energy can power electric buses

Urban Energy

The project finds a way to not only outsmart grid congestion, but also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save on costs

1 May 2024

Metro energy can power electric buses

Urban Energy

The project finds a way to not only outsmart grid congestion, but also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save on costs

1 May 2024

Metro energy can power electric buses

Urban Energy

The project finds a way to not only outsmart grid congestion, but also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save on costs

30 Apr 2024

MSc MADE Graduation Ceremony 2024

Education

April 18th was an exciting day for 19 MSc MADE students! We warmly welcomed friends and family to the MSc MADE graduation ceremony where our newly minted urban engineers received and signed their diplomas.

30 Apr 2024

MSc MADE Graduation Ceremony 2024

Education

April 18th was an exciting day for 19 MSc MADE students! We warmly welcomed friends and family to the MSc MADE graduation ceremony where our newly minted urban engineers received and signed their diplomas.

29 Apr 2024

AMS Scientific Conference '24

The AMS Scientific Conference, April 23 - 25, came together as an exciting three days filled with discussions.

29 Apr 2024

AMS Scientific Conference '24

The AMS Scientific Conference, April 23 - 25, came together as an exciting three days filled with discussions.

18 Apr 2024

Reviving repair in the Netherlands

Circularity in Urban Regions

EU legislation alone won't revive the Netherlands' lost art of repair.

18 Apr 2024

Reviving repair in the Netherlands

Circularity in Urban Regions

EU legislation alone won't revive the Netherlands' lost art of repair.

18 Apr 2024

Reviving repair in the Netherlands

Circularity in Urban Regions

EU legislation alone won't revive the Netherlands' lost art of repair.

18 Apr 2024

Reviving repair in the Netherlands

Circularity in Urban Regions

EU legislation alone won't revive the Netherlands' lost art of repair.

12 Apr 2024

Call for proposals DRO

Smart Urban Mobility

AMS Institute is part of the Groeifonds program DRO (Digitale Regie Openbare ruimte, or Digital Orchestration of the use of Public Space). Within this consortium we will be supporting 20 Proof of Concepts and we are looking for ideas!

5 Apr 2024

MAKE Biobased course - Open Knowledge Coalition

Education

The MAKE Biobased course, a joint effort between AMS Institute, Amsterdam University of the Arts (AHK), and CODAM...

12 Apr 2024

Call for proposals DRO

Smart Urban Mobility

AMS Institute is part of the Groeifonds program DRO (Digitale Regie Openbare ruimte, or Digital Orchestration of the use of Public Space). Within this consortium we will be supporting 20 Proof of Concepts and we are looking for ideas!

5 Apr 2024

MAKE Biobased course - Open Knowledge Coalition

Education

The MAKE Biobased course, a joint effort between AMS Institute, Amsterdam University of the Arts (AHK), and CODAM...

27 Mar 2024

Think globally, rebuild locally

In order to recycle construction materials, keep them close to home, a new study from AMS Institute, MIT and TU Delft finds.

27 Mar 2024

Think globally, rebuild locally

In order to recycle construction materials, keep them close to home, a new study from AMS Institute, MIT and TU Delft finds.

27 Mar 2024

Think globally, rebuild locally

In order to recycle construction materials, keep them close to home, a new study from AMS Institute, MIT and TU Delft finds.

27 Mar 2024

Think globally, rebuild locally

In order to recycle construction materials, keep them close to home, a new study from AMS Institute, MIT and TU Delft finds.

13 Mar 2024

Biobased: Build more, pollute less?

Circularity in Urban Regions

How can we build more while polluting less?

13 Mar 2024

Biobased: Build more, pollute less?

Circularity in Urban Regions

How can we build more while polluting less?

7 Mar 2024

New Bridges and Quay Walls platform

7 Mar 2024

New Bridges and Quay Walls platform

23 Feb 2024

Aligning art, science and engineering

Education

The new course is a milestone initiative from The neighbors AMS Institute, AHK, and CODAM

23 Feb 2024

Aligning art, science and engineering

Education

The new course is a milestone initiative from The neighbors AMS Institute, AHK, and CODAM

23 Feb 2024

Aligning art, science and engineering

Education

The new course is a milestone initiative from The neighbors AMS Institute, AHK, and CODAM

23 Feb 2024

Aligning art, science and engineering

Education

The new course is a milestone initiative from The neighbors AMS Institute, AHK, and CODAM

20 Feb 2024

7 AMS Startup Booster visionaries

Entrepreneurship

Last October, seven startups with innovative business ideas joined the sixth batch of the AMS Startup Booster program.

8 Feb 2024

Building more sustainably? Wood can be a solution.

Solving the housing crisis while simultaneously making strides in sustainability: that's the goal of the Amsterdam municipality, but is it feasible? According to circular economy expert Joke Dufourmont, building with wood could provide a solution.

20 Feb 2024

7 AMS Startup Booster visionaries

Entrepreneurship

Last October, seven startups with innovative business ideas joined the sixth batch of the AMS Startup Booster program.

8 Feb 2024

Building more sustainably? Wood can be a solution.

Solving the housing crisis while simultaneously making strides in sustainability: that's the goal of the Amsterdam municipality, but is it feasible? According to circular economy expert Joke Dufourmont, building with wood could provide a solution.

29 Jan 2024

AMS Institute part of DRO-DMI consortium

29 Jan 2024

AMS Institute part of DRO-DMI consortium

29 Jan 2024

AMS Institute part of DRO-DMI consortium

29 Jan 2024

AMS Institute part of DRO-DMI consortium

22 Jan 2024

MetaCCAZE: new EU project on smart zero emission urban mobility

Smart Urban Mobility

The start of the year 2024 marks the unveiling of the new and innovative European project metaCCAZE which focuses on user-centric, electric, automated and connected mobility and infrastructure in European cities.

22 Jan 2024

MetaCCAZE: new EU project on smart zero emission urban mobility

Smart Urban Mobility

The start of the year 2024 marks the unveiling of the new and innovative European project metaCCAZE which focuses on user-centric, electric, automated and connected mobility and infrastructure in European cities.

16 Jan 2024

Smart doorbell cameras pose a danger

Responsible Urban Digitalization

Thijs Turèl from AMS Institute wrote an opinion piece for Dutch newspaper Trouw on smart doorbells and the dangers

16 Jan 2024

Smart doorbell cameras pose a danger

Responsible Urban Digitalization

Thijs Turèl from AMS Institute wrote an opinion piece for Dutch newspaper Trouw on smart doorbells and the dangers

9 Jan 2024

Living Lab documentaries MSc MADE

An essential component of their Living lab projects is the creation of a documentary...

9 Jan 2024

Living Lab documentaries MSc MADE

An essential component of their Living lab projects is the creation of a documentary...

9 Jan 2024

Living Lab documentaries MSc MADE

An essential component of their Living lab projects is the creation of a documentary...

9 Jan 2024

Living Lab documentaries MSc MADE

An essential component of their Living lab projects is the creation of a documentary...

21 Dec 2023

Our 9 highlights of 2023

Before jumping into 2024, let's take a moment to reflect on this year, and take a look at a selection of 2023 highlights

21 Dec 2023

Collect Your Retrofits

Urban Energy

In Amsterdam’s many heritage buildings, sustainable renovation involves more than just technical challenges.

21 Dec 2023

Our 9 highlights of 2023

Before jumping into 2024, let's take a moment to reflect on this year, and take a look at a selection of 2023 highlights

21 Dec 2023

Collect Your Retrofits

Urban Energy

In Amsterdam’s many heritage buildings, sustainable renovation involves more than just technical challenges.

19 Dec 2023

Innofestival aftermovie

19 Dec 2023

Innofestival aftermovie

19 Dec 2023

Innofestival aftermovie

19 Dec 2023

Innofestival aftermovie

7 Dec 2023

Amsterdam Circular: promoting sustainable entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship

This week the second edition of the Amsterdam Circular investor readiness program came to its conclusion.

7 Dec 2023

Amsterdam Circular: promoting sustainable entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship

This week the second edition of the Amsterdam Circular investor readiness program came to its conclusion.

5 Dec 2023

Second-hand Solar Panels Reigersbos

Circularity in Urban Regions

South east added a new uniquely sustainable roof. The roof of the Kazerne in Reigersbos is completely outfitted with second-hand solar panels. This benefits the energy supply of the Kazerne building itself.

5 Dec 2023

Second-hand Solar Panels Reigersbos

Circularity in Urban Regions

South east added a new uniquely sustainable roof. The roof of the Kazerne in Reigersbos is completely outfitted with second-hand solar panels. This benefits the energy supply of the Kazerne building itself.

30 Nov 2023

New model predicts the safety quaysides

Climate Resilient Cities

Mart-Jan Hemel defended his thesis on this at TU Delft on November 30.

30 Nov 2023

New model predicts the safety quaysides

Climate Resilient Cities

Mart-Jan Hemel defended his thesis on this at TU Delft on November 30.

30 Nov 2023

New model predicts the safety quaysides

Climate Resilient Cities

Mart-Jan Hemel defended his thesis on this at TU Delft on November 30.

30 Nov 2023

New model predicts the safety quaysides

Climate Resilient Cities

Mart-Jan Hemel defended his thesis on this at TU Delft on November 30.

30 Nov 2023

ALIGN4Energy knowledge module 2023

27 Nov 2023

MSc MADE Knowledge Clips 2023

Education

30 Nov 2023

ALIGN4Energy knowledge module 2023

27 Nov 2023

MSc MADE Knowledge Clips 2023

Education

24 Nov 2023

Exciting News from Amsterdam Zuidoost

Urban Energy

Tuesday Nov 21st marks a major milestone as we officially signed the '24-'28 Energy Lab Zuidoost cooperation agreement

24 Nov 2023

Exciting News from Amsterdam Zuidoost

Urban Energy

Tuesday Nov 21st marks a major milestone as we officially signed the '24-'28 Energy Lab Zuidoost cooperation agreement

24 Nov 2023

Exciting News from Amsterdam Zuidoost

Urban Energy

Tuesday Nov 21st marks a major milestone as we officially signed the '24-'28 Energy Lab Zuidoost cooperation agreement

24 Nov 2023

Exciting News from Amsterdam Zuidoost

Urban Energy

Tuesday Nov 21st marks a major milestone as we officially signed the '24-'28 Energy Lab Zuidoost cooperation agreement

8 Nov 2023

EU4Advice: Short Food Supply Chains

Metropolitan Food Systems

Short food supply chains (SFSCs) present solutions to the pressing challenges within our current food system.

8 Nov 2023

EU4Advice: Short Food Supply Chains

Metropolitan Food Systems

Short food supply chains (SFSCs) present solutions to the pressing challenges within our current food system.

30 Oct 2023

Bridging theory and practice: Urban innovation inspires at Marineterrein's Weekend van de Wetenschap

In collaboration with Marineterrein partners, AMS Institute demonstrated its unwavering dedication...

30 Oct 2023

Bridging theory and practice: Urban innovation inspires at Marineterrein's Weekend van de Wetenschap

In collaboration with Marineterrein partners, AMS Institute demonstrated its unwavering dedication...

27 Oct 2023

Empowering Cities with Citizen Engagement: CoTown

Entrepreneurship

As we celebrate the launch of our 6th AMS Startup Booster program, it's the perfect moment to reflect on the journey of our Booster Alumni. Let's hear it from CoTown.

27 Oct 2023

Empowering Cities with Citizen Engagement: CoTown

Entrepreneurship

As we celebrate the launch of our 6th AMS Startup Booster program, it's the perfect moment to reflect on the journey of our Booster Alumni. Let's hear it from CoTown.

27 Oct 2023

Empowering Cities with Citizen Engagement: CoTown

Entrepreneurship

As we celebrate the launch of our 6th AMS Startup Booster program, it's the perfect moment to reflect on the journey of our Booster Alumni. Let's hear it from CoTown.

27 Oct 2023

Empowering Cities with Citizen Engagement: CoTown

Entrepreneurship

As we celebrate the launch of our 6th AMS Startup Booster program, it's the perfect moment to reflect on the journey of our Booster Alumni. Let's hear it from CoTown.

19 Oct 2023

Highlighting MSc MADE Theses

Education

14 Oct 2023

Introducing the Research Fellows

19 Oct 2023

Highlighting MSc MADE Theses

Education

14 Oct 2023

Introducing the Research Fellows

5 Oct 2023

RePlanIT: Circularity in ICT hardware

ReplanIT presented their findings on how to double ICT hardware lifespan, reducing e-waste and emissions during an interactive session as part of the ECP-NCDD* event.

5 Oct 2023

RePlanIT: Circularity in ICT hardware

ReplanIT presented their findings on how to double ICT hardware lifespan, reducing e-waste and emissions during an interactive session as part of the ECP-NCDD* event.

5 Oct 2023

RePlanIT: Circularity in ICT hardware

ReplanIT presented their findings on how to double ICT hardware lifespan, reducing e-waste and emissions during an interactive session as part of the ECP-NCDD* event.

5 Oct 2023

RePlanIT: Circularity in ICT hardware

ReplanIT presented their findings on how to double ICT hardware lifespan, reducing e-waste and emissions during an interactive session as part of the ECP-NCDD* event.

4 Oct 2023

Amsterdam Circular #1 Startup Teams

Entrepreneurship

25 teams joined the first edition of the Amsterdam Circular investor readiness program. After two months of experimenting, workshops, deep dives, training sessions and meeting investors, the startups are fully equipped to build a lasting business.

4 Oct 2023

Amsterdam Circular #1 Startup Teams

Entrepreneurship

25 teams joined the first edition of the Amsterdam Circular investor readiness program. After two months of experimenting, workshops, deep dives, training sessions and meeting investors, the startups are fully equipped to build a lasting business.

20 Sep 2023

OJOA: turning waste into (w)health

Entrepreneurship

Eating healthy should be accessible, natural, and circular, according to the founders of OJOA. The circular food startup tackles the challenge of food waste in Europe by upcycling imperfect fruits and addressing the lack of healthy products in the market.

20 Sep 2023

OJOA: turning waste into (w)health

Entrepreneurship

Eating healthy should be accessible, natural, and circular, according to the founders of OJOA. The circular food startup tackles the challenge of food waste in Europe by upcycling imperfect fruits and addressing the lack of healthy products in the market.

20 Sep 2023

New urban bridges and quay walls project

Climate Resilient Cities

20 Sep 2023

New urban bridges and quay walls project

Climate Resilient Cities

20 Sep 2023

New urban bridges and quay walls project

Climate Resilient Cities

20 Sep 2023

New urban bridges and quay walls project

Climate Resilient Cities

19 Sep 2023

Call for Abstracts

We invite you to contribute to the conference "Reinventing the City 2024 - Blueprints for messy cities?"

13 Sep 2023

Recap Opening Academic Year

19 Sep 2023

Call for Abstracts

We invite you to contribute to the conference "Reinventing the City 2024 - Blueprints for messy cities?"

13 Sep 2023

Recap Opening Academic Year

10 Sep 2023

Recap MIT Summer school 2023

The MIT Summer School on "Decarbonizing Cities and the Social Costs of Climate Change" brought together...

10 Sep 2023

Recap MIT Summer school 2023

The MIT Summer School on "Decarbonizing Cities and the Social Costs of Climate Change" brought together...

10 Sep 2023

Recap MIT Summer school 2023

The MIT Summer School on "Decarbonizing Cities and the Social Costs of Climate Change" brought together...

10 Sep 2023

Recap MIT Summer school 2023

The MIT Summer School on "Decarbonizing Cities and the Social Costs of Climate Change" brought together...

7 Sep 2023

Amsterdam: How hot is it in your house?

7 Sep 2023

Amsterdam: How hot is it in your house?

5 Sep 2023

Call for proposals: Responsible Solutions in the Smart City

Do you have an innovative idea to tackle ethical challenges in the smart city? We offer financial support and resources to transform your concept into a tangible prototype in the vibrant city of Amsterdam.

5 Sep 2023

Call for proposals: Responsible Solutions in the Smart City

Do you have an innovative idea to tackle ethical challenges in the smart city? We offer financial support and resources to transform your concept into a tangible prototype in the vibrant city of Amsterdam.

21 Aug 2023

Biobased plastics for nature restoration

Circularity in Urban Regions

The PRO-PHBV project has entered its experiment phase. The project is working on creating biobased plastics for both the

21 Aug 2023

Biobased plastics for nature restoration

Circularity in Urban Regions

The PRO-PHBV project has entered its experiment phase. The project is working on creating biobased plastics for both the

21 Aug 2023

Biobased plastics for nature restoration

Circularity in Urban Regions

The PRO-PHBV project has entered its experiment phase. The project is working on creating biobased plastics for both the

21 Aug 2023

Biobased plastics for nature restoration

Circularity in Urban Regions

The PRO-PHBV project has entered its experiment phase. The project is working on creating biobased plastics for both the

1 Aug 2023

Building the ideal city from data

The best way to organize a city is in line with its ideals. But what exactly are those ideals and how do you prevent...

28 Jul 2023

Recap event Multifunctional Quay Walls

1 Aug 2023

Building the ideal city from data

The best way to organize a city is in line with its ideals. But what exactly are those ideals and how do you prevent...

28 Jul 2023

Recap event Multifunctional Quay Walls

26 Jul 2023

Living Labs Microsummit 2023

On June 26, 2023, AMS Institute, in collaboration with the Next-Generation Cities Institute at Concordia University, ...

26 Jul 2023

Living Labs Microsummit 2023

On June 26, 2023, AMS Institute, in collaboration with the Next-Generation Cities Institute at Concordia University, ...

26 Jul 2023

Living Labs Microsummit 2023

On June 26, 2023, AMS Institute, in collaboration with the Next-Generation Cities Institute at Concordia University, ...

26 Jul 2023

Living Labs Microsummit 2023

On June 26, 2023, AMS Institute, in collaboration with the Next-Generation Cities Institute at Concordia University, ...

19 Jul 2023

MADE Metropolitan Solutions 2023

Entrepreneurship

The MSc MADE course Metropolitan Solutions has once again proven to be a dynamic platform for tackling urban challenges

19 Jul 2023

MADE Metropolitan Solutions 2023

Entrepreneurship

The MSc MADE course Metropolitan Solutions has once again proven to be a dynamic platform for tackling urban challenges

19 Jul 2023

Lia's internship at AMS Institute

Education

My internship experience at AMS Institute was nothing short of remarkable. As a summer research intern,

19 Jul 2023

Lia's internship at AMS Institute

Education

My internship experience at AMS Institute was nothing short of remarkable. As a summer research intern,

14 Jul 2023

AMS Startup Booster batch #5

Entrepreneurship

Last April, five teams with innovative busines ideas joined the fifth batch of the AMS Startup Booster program.

14 Jul 2023

AMS Startup Booster batch #5

Entrepreneurship

Last April, five teams with innovative busines ideas joined the fifth batch of the AMS Startup Booster program.

14 Jul 2023

AMS Startup Booster batch #5

Entrepreneurship

Last April, five teams with innovative busines ideas joined the fifth batch of the AMS Startup Booster program.

14 Jul 2023

AMS Startup Booster batch #5

Entrepreneurship

Last April, five teams with innovative busines ideas joined the fifth batch of the AMS Startup Booster program.

13 Jul 2023

Innovation and learning organizations join forces at Marineterrein Amsterdam

28 Jun 2023

Recap StolenBike-athon

13 Jul 2023

Innovation and learning organizations join forces at Marineterrein Amsterdam

28 Jun 2023

Recap StolenBike-athon

26 Jun 2023

Recap Future Mobility for Cities Event

26 Jun 2023

Recap Future Mobility for Cities Event

26 Jun 2023

Recap Future Mobility for Cities Event

26 Jun 2023

Recap Future Mobility for Cities Event

19 Jun 2023

Continuing the partnership

19 Jun 2023

Continuing the partnership

16 Jun 2023

Annual Report 2022

16 Jun 2023

Annual Report 2022

12 Jun 2023

Debunking Timber Myths

Circularity in Urban Regions

12 Jun 2023

Debunking Timber Myths

Circularity in Urban Regions

12 Jun 2023

Debunking Timber Myths

Circularity in Urban Regions

12 Jun 2023

Debunking Timber Myths

Circularity in Urban Regions

31 May 2023

SmartHubs: Insights and Tools for Future Urban Mobility

Smart Urban Mobility

After two years of extensive research, the first results of the SmartHubs project are available, a collaborative effort between AMS Institute and 18 partners.

25 May 2023

From sports club to innovation lab

31 May 2023

SmartHubs: Insights and Tools for Future Urban Mobility

Smart Urban Mobility

After two years of extensive research, the first results of the SmartHubs project are available, a collaborative effort between AMS Institute and 18 partners.

25 May 2023

From sports club to innovation lab

19 May 2023

MADE IT study trip: Uncovering Istanbul

Education

Blog post by Amber Lijzen and Carlos Herrera Ventosa

19 May 2023

MADE IT study trip: Uncovering Istanbul

Education

Blog post by Amber Lijzen and Carlos Herrera Ventosa

19 May 2023

MADE IT study trip: Uncovering Istanbul

Education

Blog post by Amber Lijzen and Carlos Herrera Ventosa

19 May 2023

MADE IT study trip: Uncovering Istanbul

Education

Blog post by Amber Lijzen and Carlos Herrera Ventosa

14 Apr 2023

Innovating vertical farming

Metropolitan Food Systems

14 Apr 2023

Innovating vertical farming

Metropolitan Food Systems

13 Apr 2023

MSc MADE graduation ceremony 2023

Education

Yesterday 18 MSc MADE students celebrated their graduation. We were happy to welcome the students, their families and...

13 Apr 2023

MSc MADE graduation ceremony 2023

Education

Yesterday 18 MSc MADE students celebrated their graduation. We were happy to welcome the students, their families and...

4 Apr 2023

One Ground Studio - AMS Startup Booster

Entrepreneurship

Flash floods are becoming an increasingly pressing issue in many cities around the world, exacerbated by climate change

4 Apr 2023

One Ground Studio - AMS Startup Booster

Entrepreneurship

Flash floods are becoming an increasingly pressing issue in many cities around the world, exacerbated by climate change

4 Apr 2023

One Ground Studio - AMS Startup Booster

Entrepreneurship

Flash floods are becoming an increasingly pressing issue in many cities around the world, exacerbated by climate change

4 Apr 2023

One Ground Studio - AMS Startup Booster

Entrepreneurship

Flash floods are becoming an increasingly pressing issue in many cities around the world, exacerbated by climate change

16 Mar 2023

Lettus Design - sustainable communities

21 Mar 2023

Privacy preserving crowd sensing systems

Responsible Urban Digitalization

The need for crowd sensing in urban scenarios has been acknowledged by urban governing bodies, as it provides...

16 Mar 2023

Lettus Design - sustainable communities

21 Mar 2023

Privacy preserving crowd sensing systems

Responsible Urban Digitalization

The need for crowd sensing in urban scenarios has been acknowledged by urban governing bodies, as it provides...

10 Mar 2023

The Leaf's first pergola pilots

Entrepreneurship

"The need for greenery in cities is critical, but finding space can be a challenge. The Leaf's climate-adaptive...

10 Mar 2023

The Leaf's first pergola pilots

Entrepreneurship

"The need for greenery in cities is critical, but finding space can be a challenge. The Leaf's climate-adaptive...

10 Mar 2023

The Leaf's first pergola pilots

Entrepreneurship

"The need for greenery in cities is critical, but finding space can be a challenge. The Leaf's climate-adaptive...

10 Mar 2023

The Leaf's first pergola pilots

Entrepreneurship

"The need for greenery in cities is critical, but finding space can be a challenge. The Leaf's climate-adaptive...

8 Mar 2023

Re-plex material testing

Circularity in Urban Regions

At the Bajeskwartier in Amsterdam, BAM Advies & Engineering, AMS Institute, and NPSP recently installed a test rig...

8 Mar 2023

Re-plex material testing

Circularity in Urban Regions

At the Bajeskwartier in Amsterdam, BAM Advies & Engineering, AMS Institute, and NPSP recently installed a test rig...

28 Feb 2023

National Growth Fund proposal approved

28 Feb 2023

National Growth Fund proposal approved

27 Feb 2023

MADE students create elephant dung bench

Education

Five of our MSc MADE students have collaborated with ARTIS to create a sustainable park bench made of elephant dung. The project, part of a living lab, was designed to find a circular solution to ARTIS's largest organic waste stream: elephant poop.

27 Feb 2023

MADE students create elephant dung bench

Education

Five of our MSc MADE students have collaborated with ARTIS to create a sustainable park bench made of elephant dung. The project, part of a living lab, was designed to find a circular solution to ARTIS's largest organic waste stream: elephant poop.

27 Feb 2023

MADE students create elephant dung bench

Education

Five of our MSc MADE students have collaborated with ARTIS to create a sustainable park bench made of elephant dung. The project, part of a living lab, was designed to find a circular solution to ARTIS's largest organic waste stream: elephant poop.

27 Feb 2023

MADE students create elephant dung bench

Education

Five of our MSc MADE students have collaborated with ARTIS to create a sustainable park bench made of elephant dung. The project, part of a living lab, was designed to find a circular solution to ARTIS's largest organic waste stream: elephant poop.

27 Feb 2023

The first MSc MADE course

Education

The master program Metropolitan Analysis, Design and Engineering (MSc MADE) recently celebrated its fifth birthday. To celebrate, we sat down with Bas van Vliet, one of the founding members of the program, to learn about the origins of the first course.

20 Feb 2023

Smart design reduces aircraft noise

27 Feb 2023

The first MSc MADE course

Education

The master program Metropolitan Analysis, Design and Engineering (MSc MADE) recently celebrated its fifth birthday. To celebrate, we sat down with Bas van Vliet, one of the founding members of the program, to learn about the origins of the first course.

20 Feb 2023

Smart design reduces aircraft noise

16 Feb 2023

Launch Amsterdam Circular

Entrepreneurship

AMS Institute launches the Amsterdam Circular Investor Readiness Program, together with Rockstart...

16 Feb 2023

Launch Amsterdam Circular

Entrepreneurship

AMS Institute launches the Amsterdam Circular Investor Readiness Program, together with Rockstart...

16 Feb 2023

Launch Amsterdam Circular

Entrepreneurship

AMS Institute launches the Amsterdam Circular Investor Readiness Program, together with Rockstart...

16 Feb 2023

Launch Amsterdam Circular

Entrepreneurship

AMS Institute launches the Amsterdam Circular Investor Readiness Program, together with Rockstart...

15 Feb 2023

Uncovering the Routes of Stolen Bikes

Smart Urban Mobility

With an estimated 80,000 bikes stolen in Amsterdam each year, AMS Institute, TU Delft, and MIT, in partnership with the Municipality of Amsterdam, have placed 100 locked GPS-traceable bikes in Amsterdam to track and analyze the patterns of stolen bikes.

15 Feb 2023

Uncovering the Routes of Stolen Bikes

Smart Urban Mobility

With an estimated 80,000 bikes stolen in Amsterdam each year, AMS Institute, TU Delft, and MIT, in partnership with the Municipality of Amsterdam, have placed 100 locked GPS-traceable bikes in Amsterdam to track and analyze the patterns of stolen bikes.

10 Feb 2023

Bio-based construction getting into gear

Circularity in Urban Regions

10 Feb 2023

Bio-based construction getting into gear

Circularity in Urban Regions

9 Feb 2023

Week of the Circular Economy 2023: 3 projects highlighted

9 Feb 2023

Week of the Circular Economy 2023: 3 projects highlighted

9 Feb 2023

Week of the Circular Economy 2023: 3 projects highlighted

9 Feb 2023

Week of the Circular Economy 2023: 3 projects highlighted

8 Feb 2023

Official Launch Circulaw

Circularity in Urban Regions

CircuLaw is a new online legal platform that aims to break down the barriers to the transition towards a circular econom

6 Feb 2023

Next phase for Roboat

Roboat is ready to boost urban waterborne mobility and transportation and scale its added value to cities...

8 Feb 2023

Official Launch Circulaw

Circularity in Urban Regions

CircuLaw is a new online legal platform that aims to break down the barriers to the transition towards a circular econom

6 Feb 2023

Next phase for Roboat

Roboat is ready to boost urban waterborne mobility and transportation and scale its added value to cities...

26 Jan 2023

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Syllogic, Cyrcle and BUX

Entrepreneurship

Time to introduce the last start-ups that are getting boosted!

26 Jan 2023

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Syllogic, Cyrcle and BUX

Entrepreneurship

Time to introduce the last start-ups that are getting boosted!

26 Jan 2023

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Syllogic, Cyrcle and BUX

Entrepreneurship

Time to introduce the last start-ups that are getting boosted!

26 Jan 2023

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Syllogic, Cyrcle and BUX

Entrepreneurship

Time to introduce the last start-ups that are getting boosted!

11 Jan 2023

SPATwater: Sustainable Business Parks

Entrepreneurship

Say goodbye to grey business parks! SPATwater, a Start-up Booster program alumnus developed a free online tool through which businesses can achieve sustainable and climate-adaptive spaces with a step-by-step approach.

11 Jan 2023

SPATwater: Sustainable Business Parks

Entrepreneurship

Say goodbye to grey business parks! SPATwater, a Start-up Booster program alumnus developed a free online tool through which businesses can achieve sustainable and climate-adaptive spaces with a step-by-step approach.

21 Dec 2022

Blog #5: Towards a Car-Independent City - The Role of Attitudes

Smart Urban Mobility

Blog by Jaime Soza-Parra, Petar Koljensic, Tom Kuipers

21 Dec 2022

Blog #5: Towards a Car-Independent City - The Role of Attitudes

Smart Urban Mobility

Blog by Jaime Soza-Parra, Petar Koljensic, Tom Kuipers

1 Dec 2022

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Lettus Design, AI Institute and Energon System

Entrepreneurship

Last October, six startups joined the AMS Startup Booster program: AMS Institutes early-stage incubator for business ide

1 Dec 2022

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Lettus Design, AI Institute and Energon System

Entrepreneurship

Last October, six startups joined the AMS Startup Booster program: AMS Institutes early-stage incubator for business ide

1 Dec 2022

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Lettus Design, AI Institute and Energon System

Entrepreneurship

Last October, six startups joined the AMS Startup Booster program: AMS Institutes early-stage incubator for business ide

1 Dec 2022

AMS Startup Booster #4: Meet Lettus Design, AI Institute and Energon System

Entrepreneurship

Last October, six startups joined the AMS Startup Booster program: AMS Institutes early-stage incubator for business ide

15 Dec 2022

A MADE students’ trip to the SCEWC

Education

21 Dec 2022

Our 9 highlights of 2022

With 2023 at our doorstep, a new year arrives to create innovative solutions to scale up and accelerate impact in the urban environment. At the end of the year, it is also a tradition to look back and reminisce.

15 Dec 2022

A MADE students’ trip to the SCEWC

Education

21 Dec 2022

Our 9 highlights of 2022

With 2023 at our doorstep, a new year arrives to create innovative solutions to scale up and accelerate impact in the urban environment. At the end of the year, it is also a tradition to look back and reminisce.