Data centre growth puts energy and water tests on city planning agendas
A US report covered by Smart Cities Dive underlines why planners need clearer tests for electricity, water and resilience impacts as data…
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Heat, flooding, drainage, trees, air quality and low-carbon streets.
San Francisco’s BART Extends Service with Longer Trains Amid Ridership Surge
BART is increasing train capacity with longer carriages on key lines as ridership reaches new post-pandemic highs, driven by events like the…
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Heat Pumps and Energy Efficiency Could Save UK Billions Annually, Report Suggests
A new report highlights the significant potential for cost savings through widespread adoption of heat pumps and other energy-efficient appliances in the…
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Study Suggests Speeding Offers Minimal Time Savings
New research indicates that driving over the speed limit provides negligible time benefits, challenging common perceptions of speed and efficiency on the…
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Mayors Share Extreme Heat Communication Strategies for Urban Resilience
Local leaders in climate-vulnerable cities are developing new approaches to inform residents about heat risks and protective measures, drawing on lessons learned…
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San Pablo Avenue Complete Streets Project in El Cerrito Offers Model for Corridor Transformation
San Pablo Avenue Complete Streets Project in El Cerrito Offers Model for Corridor Transformation
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Chicago Explores Underground Storage to Tackle Extreme Rainfall Flooding
A $12 million pilot project in Chicago is investigating underground stormwater storage as a novel approach to mitigating flooding, particularly in historically…
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Santa Barbara County Pilots AI for Bike Network Planning
Santa Barbara County is using artificial intelligence trained on street imagery and mapping data to create a more comfortable and comprehensive countywide…
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Copenhagen’s Urban Identity Under Pressure Amidst Climate Challenges
A recent analysis suggests Copenhagen, long celebrated for its urban planning and quality of life, may be losing its "cool" as it…
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New Heat Resilience Roadmap Calls for Cities to Treat Extreme Heat as Chronic Risk
A new roadmap from the Federation of American Scientists suggests urban areas must adopt a proactive approach to extreme heat, viewing it…
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