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The latest news on cultural space in smart city projects across the world.

New zoning helps to transform one of NYC’s densest suburbs

New zoning helps to transform one of NYC’s densest suburbs

Planning and redevelopment15 May 2024

The project is envisioned as a way to transform a large portion of the Lincoln Avenue corridor into a new linear public park with green and open space.

Dubai Mangroves initiative unveiled by Urb

Dubai Mangroves initiative unveiled by Urb

Climate action30 Apr 2024

Initiative aims to integrate ecological preservation with urban development, enhancing Dubai’s coast by planting more than 100 million mangrove trees.

Salt Lake City shares vision for transit-oriented hub

Salt Lake City shares vision for transit-oriented hub

Planning and redevelopment22 Apr 2024

The Rio Grande District Vision & Implementation plan is intended to serve as a redevelopment roadmap for around 11 acres of land west of the city’s Downtown.

Sunderland to launch immersive smart city screen

Sunderland to launch immersive smart city screen

Cultural space02 Apr 2024

Sunderland Pavilion in Keel Square will make use of advanced smart city digital infrastructure and will provide a centrepiece for Expo Sunderland in 2026.

Orlando unveils latest iteration of downtown “urban oasis”

Orlando unveils latest iteration of downtown “urban oasis”

Planning and redevelopment06 Mar 2024

The Canopy will integrate with various modes of transportation to ensure accessibility for all and feature pedestrian-friendly walkways and bike paths.

City of London’s green spaces worth £126.8m annually

City of London’s green spaces worth £126.8m annually

Parks and green space15 Feb 2024

Natural Capital Solutions calculated the value the City’s open spaces deliver to the public in areas such as air quality, recreation, health and wellbeing.

Digital wayfinding optimises London visitor experience

Digital wayfinding optimises London visitor experience

Citizen engagement18 Jan 2024

The digital map of King’s Cross by Living Map provides real-time and customisable step-by-step directions, highlighting the mix of facilities on offer.

Developer unveils plans to create £5bn UK climate tech hub

Developer unveils plans to create £5bn UK climate tech hub

Planning and redevelopment02 Nov 2023

The Earls Court Development Company plans to create a commercial space for the UK’s clean and climate technology sector on a cleared site in West London.

Melbourne’s visionary Greenline project reaches milestone

Melbourne’s visionary Greenline project reaches milestone

Planning and redevelopment08 Aug 2023

The City has released a draft masterplan to guide the transformation of the Yarra River – Birrarung area and is consulting with the community and stakeholders.

BAI brings high-speed 5G infrastructure to London venue

BAI brings high-speed 5G infrastructure to London venue

4G and 5G26 Jun 2023

As official distributed antenna system partner for Olympia, BAI will install the infrastructure, designed to be shared by all four UK mobile network operators.

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Public technology Portal sculpture unites Dublin and New York

Each sculpture features a 24/7 visual livestream from a Portal in the other city, allowing real-time interaction between Dubliners and New Yorkers and visitors.

Edinburgh expands electric charging for car club members

The car club chargers and electric vehicles provide opportunities for residents to try out and use electric vehicles without needing to own their own vehicle.

Exeter develops liveable city charter

Exeter City Council said the Liveable Exeter Placemaking Charter is not just about constructing buildings but also about crafting thriving communities.

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Smart city is the framework based on Information and Communication technologies that enable the development of sustainable practices to address the urbanisation challenges. Leveraging the technology is one of the foremost pillars of ‘smart cities’ in order to increase efficiencies and improve the quality of resident’s life and the city’s services.

Renowned global climate expert to open day two of Cities Climate Action Summit 2024

The two-day global climate action summit for cities and municipalities will convene city leaders and industry experts from around the world to accelerate local climate action.

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Urban Exchange Podcast Episode 19 - The intersection between risk, resilience and insurance

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The Urban Exchange welcomes Miami-Dade County’s Galen Treuer and Howden’s Peter Adams to explore the challenges facing residents and insurers in the face of climate events.

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