Mar Santamaria Varas

Mar Santamaria Varas is a co-founder of 300.000Km/s, a professional firm offering design, data analysis, and consulting services for cities. They currently serve as a URBACT Expert at URBACT, specializing in strategic urban planning, digital transformation, housing, knowledge economy, and participatory governance. Mar also has experience as an ODI Associate at the Open Data Institute and has held various positions in academia, including lecturer and visiting lecturer roles. With a background in architecture and urbanism, Mar has contributed to research projects, urban design strategies, and collaborative urban interventions. Their expertise lies in integrated and participatory approaches for urban development, spanning from digital technologies to landscape integration.