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WHAT'S NEXT?: Smart cities are the talk of the town right now and so they should be to cope when over 60% of us will live in cities by 2030. E-bikes, Driverless- connected vehicles, buildings that talk to each other will help but many cities are susceptible to climate change and pandemics. Explore the issues faced by cities and the new ideas that will change the way urban dwellers live in the 21st century.

• The City of Los Angeles, for example, has been highlighted as having the potential to meet 4.25 times its residential electricity demand with geothermal energy. Intelligent Living
• With Karachi building upwards to house its expanding population, but unregulated building leaves poor families at risk, an IIED film, 'Karachi rising', outlines solutions that could benefit the whole city. International Institute for Environment and Development
• As cities worldwide seek sustainable solutions for urban mobility, the emphasis on robust bus-related transport systems presents an opportunity for India to lead by example. RTF | Rethinking The Future
• As cities worldwide grapple with sustainable solutions, the emphasis on robust bus-related transport systems presents an opportunity for India to lead by example, promoting efficiency, affordability, and environmental consciousness in urban mobility. RTF | Rethinking The Future
• Because of the potential for urbanization to drive economic growth and prosperity in Africa, it is essential that cities and municipalities embrace a paradigm of urban development that is smart and sustainable, and as a result contribute toward safeguarding biodiversity. SpringerLink
• In the current bidding round, approximately 520 7-meter electric buses, 2231 9-meter electric buses, and 1074 12-meter electric buses are expected to operate in 50 cities across India from the current bidding tranche. Bauaelectric Auto News
• Redevelopment opportunities for government-owned land - Local governments throughout South Florida are increasingly assessing the redevelopment opportunities for the land they own to get the highest value and best use for the asset, especially land west of the urban core. National Law Review
• Rural residents adjacent to cities that experience shocks to labour demand after China's accession to the WTO are more likely to separate from children to take advantage of new opportunities in cities. NBER
• Hyundai's entrance into the realm of urban air mobility signals an exciting pivot towards smart cities where clean energy and innovative transport could redefine urban living. The Tech Edvocate
• By 2035, member states will be required to remove organic matter from urban wastewater before releasing it into the environment in all communities with more than 1,000 people. Circle of Blue
• The future of tourism to New York, Philadelphia, Vancouver, Mexico City and a dozen other cities is going to change next week. Skift
• A new research agenda from the University of Queensland will focus on health and wellbeing outcomes for First Nations people living in urban areas of Australia. InSight+
• A large number of trade shows and leisure events in key cities across the UK and Ireland will be expected to contribute to an increase in demand and, as a result, lead to prices climbing at a steady rate. Roomex
• Across Africa, economic dynamics present a mix of opportunities and growth factors, including rapid urbanization and a growing youthful population. Guardian Nigeria
• Not only will the sea bridge reduce the commute time to the Mumbai International Airport and Navi Mumbai International Airport, but it will also reduce the transit duration to Pune, Goa, and other South Indian cities considerably. Real Estate Trends | Market Size | Expert Advice and In
• By 2050, urban areas globally will either double or triple, and the raw materials needed to build future cities is more than the world can sustainably provide. ScienceDaily
• MMTC has expanded in 12 countries in Africa with a vision to build 18 smart cities and empower around 800 million people by 2050. Capital News
• The Adora Magic City not only represents a leap forward for China's shipbuilding industry but also allows new opportunities for the cruising industry in China. Cruise Industry News | Cruise News
• Further outbreaks of measles will spread from Birmingham to other towns and cities including Worcester, Malvern and Evesham unless urgent action is taken to increase Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccination uptake in areas at greatest risk. North Wales Chronicle
• Officials in New York City will buy up medical debt worth billions and erase it in a programme that could help as many as 500,000 New Yorkers. Positive News
• Mainland Chinese cities within the GBA are projected to experience a substantial recovery in domestic visitor arrivals and visitor flows within the GBA, by the end of 2024. Pacific Asia Travel Association

Last updated: 10 February 2024