Polis AI

Urban Policy Simulation & Advisory Engine

An interactive simulation-first platform that models the systemic impacts, tradeoffs, and consequences of urban policy decisions.

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Overview

Polis AI is a dynamic urban simulator designed to model the complex, interconnected systems of a city. By implementing various policies—from renewable energy investments to a carbon tax—users can visualize real-time impacts on their city's sustainability, economy, and public approval.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• Node.js (v20+ recommended)
• npm or pnpm
• Valid API key for Featherless AI (or standard OpenAI) for the AI Advisor features.

Installation

1. Clone the repository

   git clone https://github.com/AlexGullish/Polis-AI.git
   cd Polis-AI

2. Install dependencies

   npm install

3. Configure Environment Variables Create a .env.local file in the root directory:

   FEATHERLESS_API_KEY=your_api_key_here

4. Run the Development Server

   npm run dev

   Open http://localhost:3000 in your browser to start simulating.