“Reimagining the Civic Commons” is a collaboration between organizations that aims to revitalize public spaces to foster engagement, equity, and environmental sustainability. Upon the urgent need to invest in civic assets in order to create social and economic changes, professionals develop the “Value Capture in the Commons” toolkit that provides …
This article aims to address the important connection between green space and mental health and to bring to light an initiative applied in Montreal called Ruelles Vertes. This initiative, called Green Alleys in English, started out in the 1960s as a residential movement in Montreal and now has even received …
Paris officials released a new resilience strategy with the goal of turning Paris into an inclusive citizen-driven city, mobilising collective intelligence, and taking full advantage of underutilised spaces. The strategy aims to prepare the French capital for the risks of the 21st century. One measure under the new strategy will …
In the Spanish city Pontevedra, a family-friendly “pedestrianization” policy has helped increase the population of kids, despite the country’s low birth rates. The policy, which has been expanding for almost two decades now, has had many impacts on the community. For instance, the historic city center has become a friendlier …
London is now testing LED crosswalks that adapt to changing traffic situations. The “Starling Crossing” system is designed using cameras, sensors and LED screens installed in the road to improve safety by anticipating traffic in real-time. In addition to having a response time in less than one hundredth of a …
Improving pedestrian and traffic safety has never been so creative. Various U.S. cities are now implementing projects to revitalize their urban centres by commissioning artwork for crosswalks. The growing trend to move away from the standard white striped crosswalk towards more bright and colorful designs is intended to both enhance …
The United Nations has estimated approximately 120 million girls have been forced into sexual acts. The high rates of sexual violence requires redesign of cities regarding women’s safety and reducing violence on streets. The consequences of sexual violence limits freedom of women, socially and economically, especially for those escaping poverty. …
Two major American cities, Dallas and Los Angeles has been selected for the new uberAIR service which is a ride-sharing option that would enable four-person flights across town in electric vehicle take-off and landing vehicles (eVTOLs). Uber has signed Space Space Act Agreement with NASA to develop Unmanned Traffic Management …
Conductive concrete turns pavement into a giant heater element, making roads safer. When electricity is ran through the pavement, the concrete heats up and can melt, or prevent snow from settling. If it is switched on before the snowstorm hits, the road surface is warm enough that when snow hits, …
The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is investing more than $50 million in smart traffic signals that change their own timing based on real-time traffic conditions. The signals use artificial intelligence to self-adjust 24 hours a day without help from humans. Sensors installed on poles and …