Mediterranean cities: Tackling socio-economic tensions and vulnerabilities

Recover the dialogue held in Barcelona on july 6
What is ecological succession and how does it affect cities?

Ecological succession is a key element in the re-naturalization of urban and peri-urban spaces. A very cheap way of achieving the most healthy and resilient ecosystem possible. How can we achieve it?
Can good urban planning reduce obesity?

One of the key aspects for maintaining a healthy lifestyle is moderate exercise. A brisk walk falls within this category, but do cities offer environments that are sufficiently pleasant to promote healthy activities and prevent obesity among their residents?
Burj Khalifa, the tallest skyscraper in the world

Pending the completion of the Jeddah Tower,the Burj Khalifa holds the record, since 2010, for being the tallest building in the world, standing 828 meters tall. It is a marvelous design and engineering achievement. However, its achievements have had their fair share of controversy.
Content Pills #4: 10 New Smart Cities Books To Read this 2022 Summer

Are you searching a lecture for this summer? As featured on CNN, Forbes, Inc., we identifies and rates the best books in the world, based on recommendations by thought leaders and experts, about Urbanism, IoT, AI and diferents Smart Cities challenges.
A Somali boy’s mission to find food as climate change takes its toll

01/07/2022 – Reuteurs
The ultimate guide to purposeful productivity (your mental health will thank you)

28/06/2022 – Fast Company
The smart city is a perpetually unrealized utopia

28/06/2022 – MIT
Cities threatened by desertification

Land degradation and climate change are speeding up the planet desertification process. What is this phenomenon and what regions is it affecting? What are the causes?
How cities are protecting themselves from tornadoes

Increasingly common extreme storms are wreaking havoc in cities, putting the lives of millions of people at risk. Phenomena like tornados, for example, generate devastating losses each year all around the world. Can architecture combat their effects?