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Biofuel for the aeronautical industry: What are the pros, cons, and impact on cities?

Author | Lucía Burbano Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is widely regarded as the most realistic alternative for decarbonizing the aviation sector, which is responsible for 12% of CO2 emissions in transportation and 2% of global CO2 emissions. The construction of biofuel production plants is becoming increasingly common in the aeronautical sector, presenting both potential solutions […]

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Empty offices are costing cities a fortune (and how some are fighting to change this disastrous situation)

Author | Elvira Esparza Mandatory remote working imposed by COVID in 2020 continues to leave a lasting impact on office spaces. Although in-person and hybrid working models have resumed, office occupancy levels remain significantly below those seen prior to the pandemic. Empty offices are projected to continue inflicting significant economic losses on cities. The solution […]

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Oceanix in Busan, the world’s first prototype of a resilient and sustainable floating community

Author | Lucía Burbano The world’s rising sea levels have highlighted the urgent need for innovative urban models to address the vulnerabilities faced by 90% of megacities, according to UN Habitat. Climate change, driving rising sea levels that endanger coastal cities, could displace approximately 200 million people annually until 2050. In this scenario, the future […]

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What does it take to be the happiest city in the world?

A city’s happiness goes hand in hand, of course, with the happiness of its residents. But, what does it depend on? How can a city contribute to the wellbeing and satisfaction of the community that lives in it?

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AI and small countries: How Rwanda and Singapore aim to achieve remarkable results despite their limited geographic size

Author | Raquel C. Pico Despite the numerous potential benefits of artificial intelligence, not all economies and market players are on equal footing in the race to harness its potential. The playing field is far from level: only a handful of countries, and within them a select group of companies, lead the development of AI, […]

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Tallinn, Estonia, wants to replace landfilling with circular economy

Author | Elvira Esparza Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. However, beyond its historical charm, Tallinn is also deeply committed to environmental sustainability, a dedication that earned it the title of European Green Capital in 2023. Tallinn earned this recognition […]

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How London’s electric buses are reducing the city’s carbon footprint

Author | Elvira Esparza London has the largest fleet of zero-emission buses in Europe, with over 1,300 electric buses forming part of its extensive fleet of 9,000 vehicles. The goal is for all buses in London to be zero-emission by 2030, requiring the replacement of an average of 1,000 conventional buses annually. Transport for London […]

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Cities and maternity: how new urban planning can help with pregnancy and breastfeeding practices

Birth rate is now a hot topic due to the declining rates in Western nations as well as the population growth in the rest of the world

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Drones to the rescue: How these devices are easing the impact of hurricanes and other disasters

Author | Elvira Esparza The use of drones in disasters such as floods, fires, earthquakes, and hurricanes has enabled efficient mapping of damage, accelerated search operations, facilitated survivor rescues, and allowed for rapid assessment of infrastructure conditions. However, regulatory and capacity limitations pose challenges, preventing the full utilization of drones in disaster response efforts. Originally […]

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