Urban Transformation
A net zero carbon future for cities
The World Economic Forum is convening stakeholders with a role to play for global cities to have a chance of reaching the net zero carbon goal for by 2030.
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MIT - Department of Urban Studies and Planning
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20 articles from MIT - Department of Urban Studies and Planning
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- Arts and Culture
- Built Environment and Infrastructure
- Climate Action and Waste Reduction
- Economic Growth
- Emerging Technologies
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
- Financial and Monetary Systems
- Geographies in Depth
- Health and Healthcare Systems
- Industries in Depth
- Jobs and the Future of Work
- Nature and Biodiversity
- Technological Innovation
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
How big data and local politics can make our cities more inclusive
Urban Transformation
The 15-minute city meets human needs but leaves desires wanting. Here’s why
Nature and Biodiversity
Why we need a new approach to 'environmental art' for the 21st century
Urban Transformation
Getting in on the ground floor: how street-level lots could reinvigorate the post-COVID city
Urban Transformation
Car-parking space: the next great urban frontier
Urban Transformation
We need more urban innovation projects like the 'Google City'. This is why
Health and Healthcare Systems
Why it's crucial we redefine the workplace in the wake of the pandemic
Urban Transformation
Why your next car is a bike
Urban Transformation
Podcast: A glimpse into the future of cities and urbanization
Urban Transformation
Here's how nature and cities can thrive together
Industries in Depth
Flying cars are impractical and unnecessary. Here's why
Emerging Technologies
These four numbers define the importance of our cities: 2, 50, 75 and 80
Fourth Industrial Revolution
Our obsession with data could start to hold us back
Geographies in Depth
5 innovations that could transform Africa
Emerging Technologies
Will your city rival Silicon Valley?
Is this the best way to prevent cyber attacks?
Economic Growth
How can governments help make cities smarter?
Economic Growth
How ratings sites are changing your business
Financial and Monetary Systems
How Africa’s cities are using tomorrow’s technology
Cities in transformation- toward an intelligent future
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