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COVID-19 has opened the floodgates for smart cities—whether we like it or not
2 min read · 37 saves · Jul 23rd · Nate Berg · The conditions created by the pandemic will make it easier for local governments to adopt technological solutions.
We’ll Build Thousands Of Miles Of Protected Cycleways, Pledges Boris Johnson
8 min read · 25 saves · Jul 27th · Prime Minister's plan promises to create thousands of miles of curb-protected cycleways built to newly-published high standards.
How urban planning is a tool of white supremacy
3 min read · 24 saves · Jul 29th · Julian Agyeman · This is the other lesson from Minneapolis.
Urban demonstrations are a triumph of the city
2 min read · 22 saves · Jul 22nd · Carlo Ratti · Public space, with its inevitable social collisions, is a much-needed arena for society to come together.
American SUVs are Too Dangerous for UK Roads, UK Safety Experts Say
3 min read · 16 saves · Jul 22nd · American SUVs kill so many people on U.S. roads that other countries don’t want them anywhere near their own roads.
How experts in different countries envision city life after COVID-19
2 min read · 15 saves · Jul 21st · Nate Berg · Singaporean cities are well suited to pandemic living. Will other cities follow their lead?
Top Mayors Pledge to Build 15-Minute Cities For COVID-19 Recovery
4 min read · 13 saves · Jul 31st · It’s not enough to give people more space on the sidewalks for social distancing, advocates argue. We also need to give residents places to…
Projects for an Open City
4 min read · 10 saves · Jul 31st · These New York projects, presented as part of Virtual Views: New York, Open City, illustrate the pitfalls and potential of modern architecture and urban…
Council Post: 14 ‘Smart City’ Tech Features That Will Soon Change Urban Centers
4 min read · Jul 31st · Because smart city technology is virtually invisible to those who aren’t operating it, many outside of the tech industry may not realize the full…
Globe editorial: Want to build a better city? It only takes 15 minutes
3 min read · Aug 2nd · The core idea is simple: Everyone should be able to meet their daily needs within 15 minutes of home, on foot or bike