Schrotter, G., Hürzeler, C. The Digital Twin of the City of Zurich for Urban Planning. PFG 88, 99–112 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41064-020-00092-2

The article “The Digital Twin of the City of Zurich for Urban Planning” describes how Zurich uses a digital twin built from 3D spatial data to make urban planning more transparent and data-driven. By publishing these datasets as Open Government Data, the city encourages innovation and collaboration. The digital twin supports scenario simulation and analysis, helping decision-makers address challenges such as densification and climate impact, while careful data management ensures reliability over time.