Peachtree Corners announces IoT project to protect cyclists
The City of Peachtree Corners, Georgia has partnered with road safety firm Spoke to develop technology that protects cyclists and other vulnerable road users.
Paris Plans Swimming Areas for Its Iconic Seine River
The city is well on its way to cleaning up the historically polluted river ahead of the 2024 Summer Olympics. Convincing Parisians to take a dip may prove more difficult.
Biophilia on three levels: interior design, architecture and urban planning
Discover how biophilic design can improve well-being and sustainability in smart cities and see examples of modern homes and urban spaces.
What are Scope 3 emissions and why are they so important for cities
Discover everything you need to know about scope 3 emissions in smart cities and the importance of measuring them.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of social credit systems?
Explore the controversial topic of social credit system: benefits and pitfalls uncovered. Learn about their impact on privacy, equality, and governance.
Social equity: what is it and how is it epitomized in Iceland
Social equity takes into account systemic inequalities to ensure that all members of a community have access to the same opportunities. Iceland is leading by example.
What is digital citizenship and why is it important
Discover the role of digital citizenship in modern life and the importance of cybersecurity and privacy on social media and other digital platforms
How does New York’s steam heating system work
Why does steam rise from New York City’s streets? The heart of the city literally lies beneath the streets, a system that pumps steam to its extremities, its buildings.
How Neom, located in the Arabian Peninsula, will provide itself with water
Learn how Neom plans to tackle water scarcity in the Arabian Peninsula through large-scale desalination and solar energy production.
Africa and smart cities: from castles in the sky to a tangible reality
Although the particular features of Africa set the pace in terms of urban growth, there are areas that have successfully applied the principles of smart cities. Let’s discover some of them.