IT'S TIME TO SAY
Yes to SF
A collective journey towards urban transformation and sustainability.
About
Launched in 2023 in collaboration with Citi, Deloitte, Salesforce, the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, the World Economic Forum, and more than 20 organizations, Yes SF is the first location-based UpLink Challenge created in direct response to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 11 of making cities more inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.
Yes SF draws on the ingenuity of 14 Top Innovators – selected for their potential to bring new life and increased value to buildings, infrastructure, and outdoor areas in downtown San Francisco.
Yes SF seeks not only to revitalize downtown San Francisco, but also to set a precedent for sustainable urban living worldwide. It’s become more than a challenge; it’s a call to action for everyone who believes in the power of innovation to help shape a better future.
Join us in saying “Yes” to San Francisco!
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Interested in participating in the next challenge?
Is your organization shaping the innovation ecosystem and future of San Francisco? Join us and express your interest to be involved in the 2024 Yes San Francisco, Urban Sustainability Challenge.
Building on the success of the first Yes SF Urban Sustainability Challenge launched last year, Yes SF is looking to expand the program for a second year with renewed commitments from our collaborators and a growing ecosystem of supporters.
Meet the Top Innovators of
Yes SF.
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The Yes SF, Urban Sustainability Challenge invited innovators to propose solutions addressing key city needs.
Innovations were judged by expert reviewers on nine criteria, including local relevance, impact on San Francisco, business model viability, implementation feasibility, and potential for global scaling.
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Learn more about these innovative technologies and how you can support a greener future for San Francisco!
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