Sustainable Urbanization
Sustainable Housing, Resilient Cities: What Global Urban Policy Report Reveals
The Global State of National Urban Policy 2024 report, jointly published by UN-Habitat and the OECD, provides a comprehensive overview of how countries use National Urban Policies (NUPs) to shape inclusive, sustainable, and resilient cities. The 2024 edition analyzes developments…
Best Smart City Policies for Urban Sustainability: Context, Practice, and Innovation
What makes a city smart – and sustainable? It’s not tech for tech’s sake. It’s context, people, and bold policy choices. Smart cities aren’t copied. They’re created. This quick dive explores the best smart city policies for urban sustainability – with real-world examples, lessons learned, and ideas worth borrowing.
Read MoreBest Smart City Policies for Urban Sustainability: Context, Practice, and InnovationParticipatory Budgeting as a Tool for Smarter Cities: What’s Next?
What if ordinary citizens had real power over how city budgets are spent? From Porto Alegre to Paris, participatory budgeting is transforming how cities plan, prioritize, and spend. This article explores how a once-radical idea became a global tool for smarter, fairer, and more accountable urban governance — and where it’s headed next in the digital age.
Read MoreParticipatory Budgeting as a Tool for Smarter Cities: What’s Next?Clean Air for a Sustainable Future: Cities Against Pollution
Air pollution is a global crisis, but solutions for clean air and a sustainable future are within reach. The World Bank has released a report Accelerating Access to Clean Air for a Livable Planet (2025) dedicated to addressing this issue. Discover how cities worldwide are taking action
Read MoreClean Air for a Sustainable Future: Cities Against PollutionProfiting from Renewable Energy in Cities
Discover how businesses can profit from renewable energy in cities. Explore successful models in solar, wind, and emerging green technologies that offer new revenue streams, lower costs, and boost sustainability. Learn how your business can capitalize on the green energy revolution.
Read MoreProfiting from Renewable Energy in CitiesSustainable Transport Solutions: Transforming Cities for a Greener Future
Are our cities ready for a transport revolution? Traffic, pollution, and outdated transit systems are holding our cities back. But what if there was a better way? Smart mobility, car-free zones, and bold public transit investments are already transforming places like Utrecht and Bogota. How can we rethink urban transport for a cleaner, greener future? Find out in our latest article
Read MoreSustainable Transport Solutions: Transforming Cities for a Greener FutureThe 15-Minute City: A Vision for Sustainable Urban Living
Discover how the 15-minute city concept transforms urban living by making essential services accessible within walking or biking distance. Explore real-world examples from Paris, Barcelona, Melbourne, and others and learn how this model fosters sustainability, local economies, and a higher quality of life.
Read MoreThe 15-Minute City: A Vision for Sustainable Urban LivingSustainable Smart Technologies against Fires in Cities
This article explores the role of sustainable smart technologies in combating fires in urban environments, using the Los Angeles 2028 smart city initiative as a backdrop. As urban areas face increasing risks from wildfires and urban fires, this piece highlights innovative solutions such as smart fire detection systems, AI-powered prediction models, drones for fire management, and fire-resistant building materials. It also discusses how these technologies can improve fire safety, reduce environmental impact, and create more resilient urban spaces. Explore how cities can become better equipped to prevent and manage fires with smart, sustainable solutions.
Read MoreSustainable Smart Technologies against Fires in CitiesFrom Desolation to Innovation: The Joint Research Centre’s Cutting-Edge Sustainable Building
The European Commission is building a sustainable, innovative Joint Research Centre (JRC) in Seville, Spain, designed to fully offset its CO2 emissions. Featuring a solar-panel domed roof, the building will transform the La Cartuja area into a vibrant cultural hub. The JRC building joins Seville’s growing collection of sustainable architectural projects, like the Metropol Parasol, contributing to the city’s modernization, carbon reduction, and cultural appeal.
Read MoreFrom Desolation to Innovation: The Joint Research Centre’s Cutting-Edge Sustainable BuildingPedal Smarter: The Ultimate Guide to Cycling Apps.
Cycling has become a popular and sustainable way to stay fit, reduce carbon emissions, and explore new areas. With the rise of technology, cyclists now have access to a variety of apps designed to enhance their experience. This article provides an overview of some of the best cycling apps available, including tools for tracking rides, creating routes, and connecting with other cyclists. These apps cater to cyclists of all levels and preferences, offering everything from performance tracking to route planning and social engagement.
Read MorePedal Smarter: The Ultimate Guide to Cycling Apps.