Best Urban Sustainability Indices (Part I): How Top Cities Are Ranked and Why It Matters

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Urban sustainability rankings shape how cities are seen—and how they act. But are these indices truly capturing what matters most? In this first part of our deep dive, we explore the best urban sustainability indices and the surprising assumptions behind their scores.
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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…

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Sustainable Transport Solutions: Transforming Cities for a Greener Future

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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 Traffic, pollution, and outdated transit systems are holding our cities back.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
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The 15-Minute City: A Vision for Sustainable Urban Living

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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.
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Sustainable Smart Technologies against Fires in Cities

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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.
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