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Adaptive Reuse as a Strategy for Sustainable Urban Development and Regeneration

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Image © Simon Menges “New ideas must use old buildings,” said Jane Jacobs in her seminal book The Death and Life of Great American Cities , championing the reuse of existing building stock as a means to catalyze positive change and foster diverse urban environments. Read more »

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Rethinking Urban Development: Densifying Cities for Accelerated Climate Action

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Image Courtesy of Holcim Cities are defined as densely populated geographic areas characterized by urban development. However, urban densification has been associated with negative aspects such as health issues, pollution, and social problems. Low-carbon Material Solution - ECOPlanet.

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The Impact of Sustainable Living on Urban Development

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Infrastructure, transportation, and population growth have dominated urban development. The requirement for sustainability has changed this focus. Sustainable living practices steer urban design and development in new, eco-friendly directions. Waste reduction and recycling source: ied.eu

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The Norman Foster Institute Is Now Accepting Applications For Its 2025 Programme On Sustainable Cities

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© Pablo Gómez-Ogando / Courtesy of the Norman Foster Institute The Norman Foster Institute is now accepting applications for its Programme on Sustainable Cities, taking place in Madrid from January to December 2025. Read more »

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Navigating 2024: European Cities Tackle Urban Cooling, Congestion, and Connection

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via Shutterstock | Alexandre.ROSA | Rotterdam As we begin 2024, European cities present various urban development markers that are setting the path for the new year. In these diverse urban fabrics, European cities are demonstrating a commitment to defining challenges and working towards shaping a climate-conscious future.

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Forging the Future of Eco-Conscious Construction: The Imperative of Tailored Sustainability Blueprints

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In today’s landscape, a sustainability roadmap is a strategic imperative for business resilience and growth. With the industry responsible for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions and substantial material waste, a shift towards sustainable practices is imperative.

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New York, Milan, and Venice Amongst Participants in C40's Reinventing Cities Competition 2024

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Courtesy of c40 | Venice Proposed Site 2024 “Reinventing Cities,” C40’ s renowned global design competition , has just announced its fourth edition. The competition’s main goal is to “transform underutilized sites or buildings into beacons of sustainability and resilience and act as a showcase for future zero-carbon urban developments.

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