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📢 ¿Interesado/a en cómo las ciudades de todo el mundo están reinventándose? 🌍🏙️ Este 7 de octubre, el COAM Colegio Oficial de Arquitectos de Madrid en colaboración con CITIES FORUM, UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) y #UrbanOctober nos trae una charla híbrida: presencial+online sobre "Experiencias internacionales en regeneración urbana", un espacio para conocer ideas frescas y soluciones creativas que están marcando la diferencia en diferentes ciudades de américa Latina. Si te apasiona la sostenibilidad, el urbanismo y cómo mejorar nuestras ciudades, este evento es para ti. ¡Registrate ya, te esperamos! 📅 Cuándo: 7 de octubre 🕒 Hora: 16:30 - 18:00 CET 📍 Modalidad: Presencial (Auditorio, 2ª planta COAM - 16:30h) + Online Info y registro: https://lnkd.in/d2X5JKKC Participan: Patricia Gimenez Franco, Ana Elisa Torres Maldonado, Jorge Pérez-Jaramillo.Arq., Gonzalo Lacurcia Abraira, José María Ezquiaga Dominguez, Jaime Ruiz Huescar y modera @Enrique Bonilla #CiudadesQueInspiran #UrbanismoSostenible #RegeneraciónUrbana #InnovaciónUrbana #COAM #Arquitectura #CiudadesDelFuturo

🚀 Join us at the Smart Energy Congress 2024 of enerTIC! On October 2-3, 2024, at IFEMA MADRID, industry leaders, technology innovators, and energy companies will gather at the 12th edition of the Smart Energy Congress to explore how digitalization and sustainability are driving the Twin Transition towards a more energy-efficient future. Network with over 150 speakers, share strategies, and discover cutting-edge solutions in energy and digital transformation. Don’t miss out on this key event shaping the future of energy! 🌍⚡ Register now: https://lnkd.in/duMyUW3f #SEC2024 #SmartEnergy #DigitalTransformation #Sustainability

🗺 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘁𝗼 #𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 #𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 👷♂️ Urban planners and architects are constantly seeking innovative ways to design smarter, more sustainable cities. One cutting-edge tool that's making a difference? Reality Meshes. These highly detailed, 3D models provide a true-to-life representation of the urban environment, enabling more informed decision-making from the earliest stages of a project. 🔍 Here's how Reality Meshes are transforming urban projects: ✅ Accurate site analysis: Planners can explore precise details of the existing terrain, structures, and landscapes, ensuring better site evaluation without the need for extensive field visits. ✅ Enhanced visualization: Architects can visualize proposed designs in the actual environment, helping to align their vision with real-world conditions. ✅ Streamlined collaboration: Reality Meshes offer a shared platform where all stakeholders can easily access and understand complex data, making collaboration more efficient. ✅ Informed decision-making: By integrating real-world data, urban planners can make smarter, data-driven decisions that account for environmental and structural nuances. Check out this video from Bentley Systems Opensite designer to see reality meshes in action! 🎥👇 https://lnkd.in/dGaHU9hF X Right Hand Drive

🌊 #AI meets #Urban Design 🌆 In an inspiring exercise, YouTuber Brian Lemmerman delves into how #AI can revolutionize urban design. Using the principles of New Urbanism—focused on walkability, community, and sustainability—Brian tasked AI to design a seaside town, showing the incredible potential of technology in shaping our urban environments. 👉 Brian shows how AI can balance modern needs with traditional planning, reimagining the possibilities of future cities. What struck us was how AI incorporated elements like public #green spaces, #pedestrian-friendly roads, and aesthetically pleasing, functional buildings—all essential for sustainable and livable urban areas. 🤖 As we move forward, how do you see AI influencing the design of our cities and neighborhoods? Watch Brian’s full video for more insights #UrbanDesign #AI #NewUrbanism #Sustainability #FutureCities #Architecture #BrianDraws #SeasideTown #InnovationInDesign https://lnkd.in/dP3RthBC

𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 #𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹 𝘃𝘀. 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 #𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹: 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 #𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 🌆🏙️   Urban sprawl and urban infill represent two contrasting approaches to urban development, each with distinct implications for cities and their residents. Let's see the differences 🌍🏘️   ✅ 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗽𝗿𝗮𝘄𝗹: Urban sprawl refers to the uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into the surrounding rural land, typically characterized by low-density, car-dependent development. 🚗🏞️ This form of growth often leads to increased infrastructure costs, longer commutes, and a greater environmental footprint 🌍 due to the need for more roads, utilities, and services spread over a large area. 🛣️   🔹𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲: Los Angeles, California 🌴 - Known for its extensive suburban areas, Los Angeles is often cited as a prime example of urban sprawl. The city’s growth over the decades has resulted in widespread suburban development, leading to traffic congestion 🚦, air pollution 🌫️, and a higher dependency on cars. 🚙   ✅𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗹: Urban infill, on the other hand, focuses on developing vacant or underutilized land within existing urban areas. 🏗️ This approach encourages higher-density development, more efficient use of infrastructure, and better access to public transportation and amenities. 🚉 Urban infill helps to curb sprawl, revitalizes neighborhoods, and promotes sustainable growth by making the most of the land and resources already available within the city. 🌍🏙️   🔹𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲:  Portland, Oregon 🌲 - Portland is renowned for its successful urban infill strategies. The city has focused on increasing density in its urban core, repurposing brownfields, and developing mixed-use neighborhoods. 🏠🏢 This has helped to limit sprawl, reduce the environmental impact, and create vibrant, walkable communities. 🚶♂️🌿 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Urban sprawl can lead to greater environmental challenges and infrastructure costs, urban infill promotes more efficient land use, reduces carbon footprints 🌱, and fosters community revitalization. 🏘️ For cities aiming to grow sustainably, prioritizing urban infill over sprawl is often the smarter choice. 👍 Pictures:https://www.monash.edu/ https://lnkd.in/dteNug29   #UrbanPlanning #UrbanSprawl #UrbanInfill #SustainableCities #CityDevelopment #CommunityPlanning #SmartGrowth

🌍 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟱 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 In our rapidly urbanizing world, sustainability in #UrbanPlanning is not just a goal, it's a necessity. Here's a quick insight into the five principles that can guide us towards creating more #livable, #resilient, and #SustainableCities: ✅ 1. Mixed #LandUse: Integrating residential, commercial, and recreational spaces reduces travel needs, fosters community, and enhances the quality of urban life. ✅ 2. Sustainable #Transportation: Encouraging walking, cycling, and public transit can significantly lower carbon emissions and promote healthier lifestyles. ✅ 3. #Efficient Urban Density and Design: Smart design and effective land use lead to vibrant communities, offering inclusivity and convenience while minimizing ecological footprints. ✅ 4. Resource and #Energy Conservation: Emphasizing renewable energy sources and sustainable practices is key to reducing environmental impacts and promoting resilience. ✅ 5. Community #Engagement and #Governance: Involving citizens in urban planning ensures that developments are responsive to the unique needs and values of the community. As #urban planners, #architects, #policymakers, and engaged #citizens, we have the power and responsibility to shape our urban environments. Let's work together to make our cities not only more efficient and functional but also more equitable and sustainable for future generations. 💬 What are your thoughts on sustainable #UrbanPlanning? How can we apply these principles in our cities? Let's discuss in the comments! #SustainableDevelopment #UrbanPlanning #GreenCities #CommunityEngagement #FutureCities

🚍 ⚡𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 #𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 🌱 As urban areas continue to grow, the need for sustainable and efficient #publictransportation becomes more pressing. Amidst this, #electricbuses are emerging as game-changers in the public transport sector, offering a greener, cleaner, and more #sustainable future for our cities. 🔋 Why #electric Buses? Electric buses represent a significant leap forward in reducing urban pollution and carbon footprints. Unlike traditional buses, they emit zero tailpipe emissions, contributing to cleaner air and a healthier environment. This shift is not just about embracing new technology; it's about improving the quality of life in our #urbanspaces. ✔ Sustainability first: The shift towards e-buses is a significant stride in reducing urban carbon footprints. Unlike traditional buses, e-buses emit zero tailpipe emissions, playing a crucial role in tackling climate change. Imagine a city where the air is cleaner, and the streets are quieter - that's the promise of electric buses. ✔ Economic efficiency: There's a common misconception that sustainable solutions are costlier. However, e-buses break this stereotype. With lower operational and maintenance costs compared to diesel buses, they are an economically viable solution for public transport systems. ✔ Enhancing urban life: The benefits extend beyond just environmental and economic aspects. Quieter streets, less traffic congestion, and improved air quality contribute to a higher quality of urban life. Plus, the smoother ride of an e-bus makes public transport a more attractive option for daily commuters. ✔ Statistical impact: To put things into perspective, a fleet of 100 e-buses can save an equivalent amount of CO2 as taking 10,000 cars off the road annually. Moreover, the energy efficiency of these buses is a beacon of hope for reducing urban energy consumption. 💡 Do you want to know more about e-buses initiatives? Then visit the E-bus mission project of Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative here: https://lnkd.in/eXYTysmX #PublicTransport #ElectricBuses #SustainableCities #UrbanMobility #GreenTransport #FutureOfCities

𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗼𝗻-𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝟭𝟬 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 #𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 #𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲𝘀 🌍🌳   Creating non-violent, inclusive cities is essential for fostering social harmony and improving urban life. These projects prove that public spaces can be much more than just areas for recreation—they can be places of learning, connection, and community building. Here’s a look at 10 inspiring examples from showcased in an article from ArchDaily 🌎✨   1️⃣ 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶 / 𝗟𝗲𝗸𝘂 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 🚶♀️🚴♂️ By converting car-dominated areas into green and healthy streets, it creates new proximity squares that foster community interaction.   2️⃣ 𝗔𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗹𝘆𝗸, 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘇𝗵𝗻𝘆𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗻𝘆 / 𝗗𝗥𝗢𝗠 🌳🏙️ This dynamic public space in Russia brings people closer to nature while offering protection from the elements. 🌦️ It connects nearby neighborhoods and provides diverse environments inclusive for all groups.   3️⃣ 𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁 / 𝟭𝟬𝟬𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 🛸🛍️ In Shanghai, this innovative design turns a privately-owned public space into a visually striking area that invites visitors to stop and enjoy their surroundings.   4️⃣ 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗮𝗰 / 𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗯 🎭🏡 A community-driven project in #Lisbon, this open-air theater and public space serves as a gathering place for residents.   5️⃣ 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 / 𝗥𝗦 + 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗸 🌅🌲 This project in #Poland revitalizes a lakeshore area by creating diverse recreational spaces for city dwellers.   6️⃣ 𝗕𝘂𝘀 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗦ã𝗼 𝗟𝘂í𝘀 / 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘇𝗮 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗮 🚌 In #Brazil, this revitalization project addresses safety concerns by transforming the area around a bus terminal into a lively public space with a skateboard park, playground, and sports facilities. 7️⃣ 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗮́𝗻 / 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗔 🎠🌿 This park in Mexico brings life to a concrete corridor, providing recreational spaces for residents of the Hogares Castera housing unit.   8️⃣ 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗼 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 / 𝗥𝗼𝘇𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗹 + 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗩. W𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗵 🏞️🌉 This project converts a concrete canal into a welcoming plaza with universal access, a playground, and a promenade. 9️⃣ 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗱𝗮 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 / 𝗦𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 🛤️🎓 This project revitalizes a network of under-utilized laneways, creating vibrant and flexible outdoor spaces for students.   1️⃣ 0️⃣ 𝗦𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘇𝗵𝘂𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 / 𝗖𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 🌱🧱 This micro park revitalizes a streetscape by turning a parking lot into a lively outdoor community area.   Check the article here: https://lnkd.in/gbVfUvgf 

#𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 + 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 🌱🌳 Urban parks are vital to the #health and well-being of our cities and communities. These spaces offer numerous benefits, from improving mental health to enhancing local #biodiversity. Plus, with the right approach, you can refurbish these spaces even on a tight budget. Here’s how! 💡💪   𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 🌍🌿 🔹 Boosting mental health: Spending time in green spaces can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. In fact, studies show that regular exposure to nature can decrease mental distress by up to 30%. 🧠💚   🔹Improving #AirQuality: Trees and plants in urban gardens and parks act as natural air purifiers, reducing pollutants and improving air quality. One mature tree can absorb up to 48 pounds of CO2 per year! 🌳🌬️   🔹Enhancing #Biodiversity: Urban green spaces provide essential habitats for wildlife, promoting biodiversity even in densely populated areas. 🌸🦋   🔹#Community building: Parks and gardens are perfect places for people to gather, strengthening social ties and fostering a sense of community. Events in these spaces can increase neighborhood interactions by 50%. 🤝🏞️   𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗮 𝗯𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 💰🛠️ 1️⃣ Engage the Community: Get local residents involved in the refurbishment process. Volunteers can help with planting, maintenance, and more. Community involvement not only reduces costs but also fosters ownership and pride in the space.   2️⃣ Use native plants: Opt for native plants that are well-adapted to your area’s climate. They require less water and maintenance, saving you both time and money. Plus, they support local wildlife! 🐝🌼   3️⃣ Upcycle materials: Use recycled or repurposed materials for benches, planters, and pathways. For example, old pallets can be transformed into raised garden beds or seating areas. This not only cuts costs but also adds a unique charm to the space. 🪑🌻   4️⃣ DIY features: Create simple, low-cost features like bird feeders, compost bins, or rainwater collection systems. These additions enhance the space and can be made with materials you already have on hand. 🌧️🐦   5️⃣ Partner with local businesses: Seek out partnerships with local businesses that might donate materials or sponsor specific parts of the refurbishment. In return, offer them recognition within the park or garden. 🏷️🌳 #UrbanGardens #Parks #GreenSpaces #CommunityBuilding #SustainableCities #UrbanPlanning #EcoFriendly #BudgetFriendly

🌍 Come with us to Spain to learn about the best practices in #Sustainable Urban #Mobility during one of the technical missions we have organized to #Barcelona and #Madrid in November this year 🚄✨ The technical missions include: - 🎉 Participation in the two most important urban mobility events in Spain: the Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress and Global Mobility Call. - 🚍 Technical visits to EMT Madrid and Àrea Metropolitana de Barcelona (AMB) - 📚 Live training program - 📅 Customized agenda of activities and meetings. These missions are designed for: 🔹 Urban mobility managers and technicians in national or municipal governments. 🔹 Personnel from multilateral organizations. 🔹 Experts and consultants in sustainable urban mobility, public transportation, and electric mobility. 🔹 Companies looking to explore business opportunities and partnerships in Spain. 📄 Fill out this form to receive the brochure with all the details of each mission: https://lnkd.in/dJY5vpJy ⏳ Limited seats available