Discover insights from ArchyEnergy 2025, one of Southeast Europe's top events on green architecture and energy-efficient urban development. Explore innovations in smart buildings, circular construction, and sustainable design.
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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.
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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 Traffic, pollution, and outdated transit systems are holding our cities back.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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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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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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The article explores the concept of "sponge cities" as a sustainable solution to urban water management amidst increasing global urbanization and climate change. Sponge cities use a combination of natural and engineered infrastructure, such as permeable surfaces, green roofs, and rainwater harvesting, to absorb, store, and reuse rainwater. This approach aims to reduce flooding, conserve water, and promote biodiversity while improving air quality and climate resilience. The article highlights successful global examples and discusses the challenges and future outlook for implementing sponge city principles worldwide.
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The article focuses on bicycles as a vital tool for sustainable mobility, offering health, environmental, and traffic benefits. With over 1 billion bicycles globally, they help reduce carbon emissions and congestion. The bicycle market, especially e-bikes, is expanding, with innovations in eco-friendly materials further reducing environmental impact. As cities invest in cycling, bicycles play a vital role in creating greener, healthier urban environments.
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This article highlights Burgas as a leader in smart city development in Bulgaria. Despite uneven use of smart technologies across the country, Burgas excels with eco-friendly mobility, digital platforms, and sustainability initiatives. Its participation in international networks like "Sharing Cities" and the Green City Accord supports its progress. While challenges remain, Burgas is advancing toward a smart, sustainable future.
Read MoreBurgas Is at the Top of Smart Urban Development
This article examines the challenges of smart city development in the Western Balkans, including financial constraints, outdated infrastructure, and a shortage of skilled workers. Governance issues, public skepticism, and environmental concerns also hinder progress. The region requires comprehensive strategies, investment, and collaboration to overcome these obstacles and ensure equitable, sustainable urban growth.
Read MoreStruggles in Smart Cities Development in the Western Balkans: Key Factors and Statistics
The article explores the adoption of smart technologies aimed at enhancing urban life in Pancevo, Serbia. While these innovations offer great potential, the city faces significant challenges in maintaining and upgrading them. The article examines both the successes and struggles of these technologies, offering valuable insights into the broader challenges faced by cities in the Western Balkans.
Read MoreSmart Technologies in Pancevo: Innovation and the Struggles of Maintenance