Toward a plastic-free future: alternatives and the future for almost eternal pollutants
Governments from all countries and regions are trying to reduce the amount of plastic used in cities, a dangerous yet often ignored form of pollution
Usama Bilal: “It is important for cities to act as health prevention agents”
Usama Bilal, urban epidemiologist, analises how conditions within cities can impact the health of its inhabitants in disparate ways
An administrative building in Dubai, the largest 3D printed structure in the world
With this milestone, Dubai gets closer to its goal of constructing 25% of its buildings with 3D printing, a faster, cleaner and more efficient technique.
Smart tourism destinations: the challenge of achieving a harmonious balance between industry and habitability
The technological advances and improvements in quality of life derived from modern urbanism are shaping the future of tourism
Zero-mile farming: infographic
Zero kilometer food, waste management, urban vegetable gardens, aerotherm and optimized farms will revolutionize the way we approach agriculture
Smart Forest City Cancun: a futuristic orchard in the middle of the Riviera Maya
The creator of the vertical forest concept wants to build a new Cancun that pioneers sustainable development with a ratio of 2.3 trees per citizen.
The solutions of the Smart City to the challenges of urban mobility: infographic
Public transportation, carpooling and electric vehicles are just a few strategies to improve both urban mobility and air quality
Do we consume more energy per capita, or less?
Energy consumption per capita has been rising since we started measuring it, and it’ll have to be reigned in even in a decarbonised economy
Smart Buildings for Smart Workers: improving the efficiency of workers and buildings
More companies are choosing smart buildings to bring the workforce together, improving their experience and optimising productivity.
Makerspaces for economic development and social cohesion
The makers’ movement enables manufacturing with skills that can easily be shared in a small community, creating more cohesive societies.