Introducing a new book
Over the past months, I have integrated the editions of the series Future Cities, Humane by Choice. Smart by Default into a new e-book….
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Smart streetlights are making cities safer and more sustainable
As the adoption of smart city technology accelerates around the globe, developers and city planners are finding new ways to make existing utilities and…
Vision Zero cities
Traffic fatalities are the leading cause of premature death of people under 30 in the US. Most are pedestrians and cyclists. The question is…
5 Ways autonomous systems are empowering smart cities
Autonomous systems are rapidly changing how people do everyday tasks and enjoy their lives. Cities are becoming smarter and more innovative as a result….
Walkable cities
Urbanization is growing, cities are growing, traffic is growing. Especially the number of cars is growing which is a major threat to the quality…
Affordable cities
From a long time ago, people have moved to the city, in search of a better life. Even before work was found, shelter was…
Now is a good time to address the traffic congestion problem
According to the latest TomTom Traffic Index, 75% of cities included in the report had either increased, or the same amount of congestion from…
Sociable cities
For shopping, entertainment, to see and to be seen, and to meet other people public places are favored spaces. Especially in older towns; newly…
First robot buses of FABULOS project on the road
The FABULOS project has spent the past 1.5 years developing autonomous shuttles. The robot buses are now ready to hit the road. As of…
Cities of commons
This article answers the question how neighborhoods and cities can become thriving communities and places to live that contribute to the well-being of their…