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Air Pollution in Skopje: Causes, Consequences and Path to Solutions

Air Pollution in Skopje
This study investigates the extent and structural factors contributing to Air Pollution in Skopje, particularly during the winter seasons of 2025 and 2026, when pollution levels exceeded critical limits. The study emphasizes the interaction between old-fashioned heating methods, transportation emissions, industries, and geographic constraints that have made Skopje one of the world’s most polluted cities. In addition, the paper explores the adverse impacts on public health and reviews current policy measures, noting their shortcomings. Finally, the study proposes a number of systematic strategies essential for improving the air quality situation in Skopje.
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Local Energy Security in Central and Eastern Europe: The Urban Energy Shift

Local Energy Security
This article explores how Local Energy Security is reshaping energy systems in Central and Eastern Europe. It highlights the growing role of cities in driving renewable energy adoption, improving resilience, and navigating governance constraints. Case studies from Warsaw, Prague, and Ljubljana illustrate both progress and structural challenges.
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Cycling Advocacy in Europe: How the European Cyclists’ Federation Is Shaping the Future of Urban Mobility

European Cyclists' Federation
In this interview, Henk Swarttouw, President of the European Cyclists’ Federation, shares insights on the future of cycling in Europe and beyond. He discusses the role of cycling in sustainable urban mobility, the challenges of building a pan-European cycling network, and practical steps to accelerate change. The conversation also highlights actionable recommendations for cities with low cycling levels.
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Are Smart Cities Smart Enough? Beyond the Dashboard

smart-cities-smart-enough
This article examines whether current smart city models are sufficient to address the complex challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and urban resilience. While cities increasingly adopt data-driven technologies to optimise infrastructure and services, these systems often overlook ecological processes and living systems that are critical to long-term sustainability.
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China Transportation Digitalization: Where Will It Lead by 2036?

China Transportation Digitalization
This article explores how China transportation digitalization could transform mobility into a “spatial intelligence layer” by 2036. It examines governance models, infrastructure logic, and new value ecosystems emerging from this shift. The analysis highlights how coordination, not speed, will define the future of transport systems.
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The End of Ultra-Cheap Solar? What Rising Module Prices Mean for Urban Solar Energy

Urban solar modules
For more than a decade, falling solar panel prices fueled the rapid expansion of urban solar energy. Now costs may begin to rise. This article explores what a potential 20–30% increase in module prices could mean for cities, municipal budgets, and future energy planning.
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Gender-Responsive Urban Planning: Why Cities Must Work for Women

Gender-Responsive Urban Planning
The article considers how the infrastructure of the city often demonstrates gender disparities that may be present in the urban landscape. From gender-responsive facilities to transportation safety, many elements of urban space continue to serve men better than women. This article discusses the possibilities of gender-sensitive urban planning, taking into account examples from Vienna, Barcelona, and Seoul.
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