World's megacities pick up pace on climate action
Leaders in the world’s largest cities almost universally recognize that climate change poses a “significant risk.” And they’re
To prepare for future, cities need goals and political will
How do you solve a pressing big-city problem?
One way is to summon the political will to find and implement
'Smarter' isn't enough ... cities also need 'better'
Will the average resident of a city enjoy better opportunities for learning, entertainment and work with access to high-speed broadband?
To future-proof cities, think beyond the borders
To their credit, lots of city leaders concerned about the future livability of their communities have been taking to heart
Road to 'smart' cities is paved with innovation opportunities
Today I went to a collaborative workshop held by the Department of Business, Innovation and Skills on funding smart cities.
Three innovative flood defenses for cities
People and cities can’t survive without water. Too much water, though, can also be devastating, as communities from Atlantic
Resilience: It's more than 'green' or 'smart'
For some cities, the issue of going “green” is becoming less important than going “resilient.”
Officials in New York City
Sustainable cities? We're not there yet
More people today live in cities than in rural areas … a first in human history. The question is: is this
Window of opportunity for climate-proofing cities is 'closing'
Time is running out for fast-growing cities in the developing world to prepare for the impacts of climate change while
Better planning could ease air pollution from skyscrapers
The ventilation standards most building engineers follow were developed decades ago … long before up was the only way remaining to
