# Cenergy3: An API for City Energy 3D Modeling

arXiv: https://arxiv.org/abs/2512.06459 · HTML: https://mlsanity.com/paper/2512.06459/

## Key facts

- Cited by 1 papers in the map (data through 14 Oct 2026).
- First posted on arXiv 6 Dec 2025.

## Built on by (most cited first, 1 of 1)

- [Exploring the Interpretability of Forecasting Models for Energy Balancing Market](https://mlsanity.com/paper/2602.00049/) (2026)

## Abstract (arXiv)

The efficient management and planning of urban energy systems require integrated three-dimensional (3D) models that accurately represent both consumption nodes and distribution networks. This paper introduces our developed geospatial Application Programming Interface (API) that automates the generation of 3D urban digital model from open data. The API synthesizes data from OpenTopography, OpenStreetMap, and Overture Maps in generating 3D models. The rendered model visualizes and contextualizes power grid infrastructure alongside the built environment and transportation networks. The API provides interactive figures for the 3D models, which are essential for analyzing infrastructure alignment and spatially linking energy demand nodes (buildings) with energy supply (utility grids). Our API leverages standard Web Mercator coordinates (EPSG:3857) and JSON serialization to ensure interoperability within smart city and energy simulation platforms.