SmartSylvan

SmartSylvan is a climate-tech startup based in Germany developing mobile, intelligent tree units for adaptive urban greening. Founded to address the urgent challenges of rising urban temperatures and limited planting opportunities, the company combines expertise in urban design, robotics, and environmental technology to create flexible solutions for cities worldwide.

SmartSylvan’s units integrate real trees with advanced mobility systems and environmental sensors, allowing them to be positioned where cooling, shading, or air-quality improvements are needed most. Designed as modular and relocatable systems, they can support municipalities, event organizers, and private developers in making public spaces more resilient and livable.

The company collaborates closely with research institutions, municipalities, and industry partners to test and refine its prototypes. In 2025, SmartSylvan will present its first full-scale prototype in Düsseldorf, marking a milestone toward broader pilot deployments in German and international cities.

By bridging nature and technology, SmartSylvan is positioning itself as a pioneer in adaptive greening — offering cities an innovative, scalable tool to respond to climate change and improve quality of life in dense urban environments.