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Cities today face complex challenges, from rising #pollution levels 🌫️ and urban #heat 🌡️ to unequal access to #green spaces 🌳. These issues impact not just our #environment but also our #health and well-being 💚. As urban areas grow, #city planners need powerful tools to design healthier, #resilient spaces that support thriving communities. 💚 Responding to the urgent need for healthier, more sustainable urban spaces, BitaGreen’s Healthy Cities feature combines high-resolution data and advanced modeling to help city planners make informed decisions. This tool allows for assessing health impacts, designing green infrastructure, and optimizing spaces to foster well-being, reduce pollution, and combat urban heat. 🌱 BitaGreen’s upcoming Healthy Cities feature is created together with Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) to tackle these urgent issues, giving planners the tools they need to assess and overcome urban health risks. Follow us to see how we’re helping cities adapt and thrive! 🌍 Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), EIT Urban Mobility, UN Environment Programme, European Environment Agency, 100 Resilient Cities - Pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation, Cities Alliance, ICLEI, C40 Cities, ICLEI LOCAL GOVTS FOR SUSTAINABILITY USA, Eurocities, European Urban Initiative, NetZeroCitiesEU, International Institute for Sustainable Development, Resilient Cities Network, URBACT, Covenant of Mayors - Europe, Centre for Liveable Cities, Urban Agenda for the EU, Council of European Municipalities and Regions (CEMR), United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), IUCN, POLIS Network, CIVITAS Initiative, UITP Europe, CITIES FORUM, Cities Alliance, Interreg Europe, Interreg North-West Europe (NWE), Urban Future, Driving Urban Transitions Partnership, Women In Urbanism, Leading Cities

🌍🏙️ As cities grow, our health depends on sustainable urban design. I wrote an article summarising what we know of the links between urban form, transport, environment and health - and how research can shape future policies to create healthier and greener cities 🌱🚶♀️#UrbanHealth #Environment #SustainableCities https://lnkd.in/djef9PKZ

📄 New Article ! Check out our latest publication on the nexus of urban form, transport, environment, and health in large-scale urban studies. Discover the methodologies, challenges, and future opportunities for sustainable cities!

🚶♂️🌳 Understanding the 15-Minute City Concept with EIT Urban Mobility 🌆🚴♀️ The EIT Urban Mobility document is an essential resource for urban planners, architects, and policymakers aiming to create more livable, sustainable cities. This comprehensive guide delves into the 15-minute city concept, highlighting the importance of designing urban areas where residents can access all essential services within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from their homes. Key insights include: - Enhancing public spaces to foster social cohesion. - Promoting walkability and cycling to reduce traffic congestion and pollution. - Integrating mixed-use developments to support local businesses. - Ensuring accessibility to green spaces for better quality of life. #UrbanPlanning #15MinuteCity #SustainableCities #EITUrbanMobility #LivableCities #Walkability #UrbanDesign #PublicSpace #GreenUrbanism #SocialCohesion #MixedUseDevelopment #Sustainability #CityPlanning #SmartCities #FutureOfCities #barefooturbanlab

👉 Urban Scope Leads as Principal Partner at SCIA Gala - Showcasing Projects Worth Over €2 Billion We are thrilled to announce Urban Scope as the Principal Partner for the upcoming Smart City Industry Awards (SCIA) Gala, a distinguished event that celebrates the most innovative advancements in smart city development. This collaboration highlights Urban Scope's commitment to shaping the urban landscapes of the future through cutting-edge solutions and strategic insights. ✅ The SCIA Gala stands as a premier gathering for industry professionals, visionaries, and change-makers, showcasing projects that collectively represent investments exceeding €2 billion. This monumental figure underscores the substantial impact and scale of initiatives that will be highlighted during the event, marking a significant milestone in urban innovation and smart technology application. ✅ Urban Scope's partnership with SCIA reinforces our shared dedication to fostering sustainable urban development and recognizes the company's pivotal role in driving forward the smart city agenda. Together, we are set to honor remarkable achievements and encourage continued excellence in the pursuit of creating more livable, efficient, and inclusive urban environments. ✅ Join us as we celebrate this pivotal moment in smart city evolution. The SCIA Gala promises to be an unforgettable evening of recognition, networking, and inspiration, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the architects of tomorrow's cities today. ✅ Stay tuned for more updates and make sure to mark your calendars for an event that will set new standards in the realm of urban development. #SCIA #UrbanScope #SmartCities #Innovation #SustainableDevelopment

As someone deeply invested in urban development, I've come to appreciate the power of language in shaping our perceptions and approaches. When we talk about revitalizing our cities, the terms "urban renewal" and "urban regeneration" often come up. However, I find that the distinction between the two is crucial, and it speaks volumes about our mindset towards progress. Urban renewal, as commonly understood, focuses on improving specific areas of a city by replacing old structures with new ones. While this may seem like a step forward, it often falls short of true innovation. It feels more like a cycle of old practices presented as new opportunities, leaving us wondering why, after 40 plus years of renewal efforts, nothing seems truly new. On the other hand, urban regeneration holds a different promise. It speaks to a process that goes beyond mere renovation; it embodies a spirit of growth and evolution from generation to generation. Regeneration suggests a holistic approach that embraces innovation, sustainability, and community engagement. It's about breathing new life into urban spaces while honoring their history and cultural significance. Language matters because it shapes our perception of reality. By embracing the term "regeneration," we shift our focus towards long-term sustainability and resilience. We recognize the interconnectedness of social, economic, and environmental factors in urban development. So, as we navigate the complexities of urban planning, let's challenge ourselves to think beyond renewal. Let's prioritize regeneration, not just in words but in actions. Let's create cities that are not just rebuilt but reinvented, where innovation thrives, and every generation finds inspiration for growth. What are your thoughts on this distinction between renewal and regeneration? How can we redefine our approach to urban development for a truly sustainable future? Let's start a conversation. #UrbanRegeneration #SustainableCities #InnovationInUrbanPlanning https://lnkd.in/g9uxYwXa

🔄 Building Resilience in Urban Systems through Inclusive Market Approaches During the Vikāra Institute Market Systems Symposium 2024, GOAL highlighted the critical role of a market systems approach in empowering urban communities, with insights from Bernard McCaul, GOAL's President of Program Design, Innovation, and Business Development. Bernard shared GOAL’s perspective on building resilient, inclusive urban environments, pointing out that informal settlements often lack access to resources and infrastructure. "Resilient urban spaces need inclusive market systems that empower communities to grow sustainably," Bernard remarked, introducing the unique approach GOAL takes with its RINA Guidance Manual. GOAL’s Resilient, Inclusive Neighborhoods Approach (RINA) emphasises practical, scalable solutions to build resilience in fragile urban settings. By focusing on market inclusivity, social cohesion, and local partnerships, RINA helps transform vulnerable communities into active, resilient participants in urban life. During the panel, Bernard stressed the importance of social cohesion and community-centred resilience strategies: “Urban resilience relies on community connections and support networks; these are as crucial as formal markets for sustainable development.” GOAL’s holistic RINA approach integrates social, economic, and environmental factors to strengthen informal settlements, making cities more inclusive and resilient. As cities grow, the RINA framework provides a model for aligning local governments, businesses, and communities. Learn how RINA drives inclusive urban development and explore its comprehensive framework for creating resilient urban systems here: https://hubs.la/Q02WqgCW0 #MarketSystems #UrbanInclusion #ResilientCities #SystemicResilience #CommunityEmpowerment #MSS2024 #Innovation

How can insights from the past help us plan the cities of the future? Today, we're at the Oslo Urban Week 2024 kickoff event, set in the city’s beautiful historic centre, Kvadraturen. As we look toward the future of urban development, it’s clear that we need to rethink how we plan our cities—not just for the well-being of people, but for the health of our shared planet. Sometimes, looking to the past offers fresh perspectives, allowing forgotten ideas to re-emerge in a new light. This year’s theme, “Back to the Future,” highlights how insights from the past can help shape tomorrow’s cities. The photo below is from the panel discussion moderated by Rasmus Reinvang, CEO at OMA and Maren Bjerkeng, Head of Architecture and Urban Development at Aspelin Ramm. An interesting discussion between architects Alison Brooks and Peter Butenschøn and climate activist Andreas Magnusson that explores how to balance modern urban development, cultural heritage, sustainable growth and densification, and the importance of community involvement. We'll be in Oslo throughout Oslo Urban Week, participating in various events and gaining knowledge across professions. If you're also in town, we'd love to connect—don’t hesitate to reach out! #shl #schmidthammerlassen #oslourbanweek #oslourbanweek2024 #urbandevelopment #urbanplanning #urbanism #shapingthecitiesoftomorrow

What makes a good city? We believe that cities are good for us, at least they can and they should be. Cities have the potential to foster community, creativity, innovation, and economic activity. However too often, around the world, cities fail to live up to this potential. While they may vary in size, function, culture and geography, all cities are seeking to overcome the same key issues. The Good City aims to address some of the most pressing urban challenges facing today’s cities such as energy use, low carbon transport and buildings, and optimising technology and data. Through harnessing our collective expertise, we have set out a vision on how to create better cities for all. Explore The Good City: https://loom.ly/8DW0C1M #TheGoodCity #Design #Urbanism

👉 Urban Scope Leads as Principal Partner at SCIA Gala - Showcasing Projects Worth Over €2 Billion We are thrilled to announce Urban Scope as the Principal Partner for the upcoming Smart City Industry Awards (SCIA) Gala, a distinguished event that celebrates the most innovative advancements in smart city development. This collaboration highlights Urban Scope's commitment to shaping the urban landscapes of the future through cutting-edge solutions and strategic insights. ✅ The SCIA Gala stands as a premier gathering for industry professionals, visionaries, and change-makers, showcasing projects that collectively represent investments exceeding €2 billion. This monumental figure underscores the substantial impact and scale of initiatives that will be highlighted during the event, marking a significant milestone in urban innovation and smart technology application. ✅ Urban Scope's partnership with SCIA reinforces our shared dedication to fostering sustainable urban development and recognizes the company's pivotal role in driving forward the smart city agenda. Together, we are set to honor remarkable achievements and encourage continued excellence in the pursuit of creating more livable, efficient, and inclusive urban environments. ✅ Join us as we celebrate this pivotal moment in smart city evolution. The SCIA Gala promises to be an unforgettable evening of recognition, networking, and inspiration, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the architects of tomorrow's cities today. ✅ Stay tuned for more updates and make sure to mark your calendars for an event that will set new standards in the realm of urban development. #SCIA #UrbanScope #SmartCities #Innovation #SustainableDevelopment