HANGZHOU FUTURE SCI-TECH CITY
YUHANG, ZHEJIANG
China
Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City, located in Yuhang District, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, is a leading innovation hub established in 2011. It aims to foster scientific and technological advancement by attracting global entrepreneurial and research talent, making Hangzhou a major centre for innovation and industrial development in China.
Covering a large area near Xixi National Wetland Park, the Sci-Tech City supports over 400,000 residents and hosts more than 1,140 national high-tech enterprises, four provincial labs, and 60+ innovation parks and incubators. It is a vibrant ecosystem where companies, research institutes, and start-ups collaborate to drive breakthroughs in internet technologies, biomedicine, high-end equipment, and green energy. The area benefits from strong support services, including patent processing, labs, and capital facilitation, creating a fertile environment for growth.
Future Cities criteria compliance
Environmental & Nature
Hangzhou Future Sci-Tech City embeds sustainability via bioclimatic design, renewable energy use, and efficient resource management. The urban fabric promotes natural ventilation, rainwater harvesting, and energy-efficient buildings to reduce the environmental footprint. Its proximity to natural wetlands supports ecological balance while ensuring urban resilience.
Smart City
The district integrates cutting-edge technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and big data to facilitate smart industrial and urban management. Its innovation alliance promotes transforming scientific achievements into commercial applications, fostering a high-tech ecosystem, especially in IoT, biomedicine, new materials, and green energy sectors.
Human-Centric
The city focuses on improving residents’ quality of life by blending green spaces, community facilities, and cultural amenities within the smart urban environment. It fosters a collaborative and inclusive innovation culture, supporting education, healthcare, and public spaces to build a well-rounded, liveable district.
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