Our Story

urbs started in June 2019 as a commercial arm of Urban Tech Sweden, a non-profit organization, initiated by the Swedish Industry and led by a network of investors, technology & knowledge providers with experience in transforming physical infrastructure and energy systems. The Swedish Industry has one of the largest organized portfolios in the world of technology providers ready to transform physical infrastructure and the energy system. 

Our Principles

Collaborative, Circular, Comprehensive

There is a simple solution to the complexity of decarbonizing buildings and cities.

Moving away from a linear energy supply system, urbs aims to pioneer a circular and sustainable infrastructure system at the lowest level of energy supply and at the highest point of consumption. The comprehensive strategy is regenerative, accessible, and abundant by design. It is guided by holistic thinking; supports the well-being of humans and the natural environment; is leveraged by globally proven applied technologies, and is backed by innovative digital and data solutions.

While these solutions are novel, we are still facing the status quo inertia, perceived risks, typical asset management strategies among other challenges. We want to be the catalyst and a showcase for the entire market. Although each project will be different, the holistic energy recycling and ‘upcycling’ principles will be consistent.

The solutions require the complete collaboration of our key stakeholders — from real estate developers to investors and consultants to academicians.