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It has been a real honour to share my thoughts on a topic I am so passionate about in such distinguished company. Refreshing to see the Metropolitan area of #gdansk #gdynia and #sopot collaborating so closely and three women Mayors driving the agenda. Thank you Marcin Juszczyk Malgorzata Anna Poreba Izabela Disterheft Dorota Wysokińska-Kuzdra for inviting me and to be such lovely guests. Great memories of Gdansk and its #people are with me. 🌊 The Inextricable Relationship Between Water and Cities 🌆 The long lasting love affair between cities is under threat from climate change and rising sea levels, which pose significant challenges to our water systems. Some solutions to maintain the relationship going: 🔍 Embrace #Complexity Understanding the intricate systems involving water and urban environments is crucial as well as innovating the governance structures to support them. 💡 Turn It Into #Value Think laterally and holistically to multiply the value of integrated interventions Transform into opportunities that benefit both people and ecosystems. 🌱 Start with Water and #Nature Prioritizing natural solutions and green infrastructure can create resilient urban areas. 📊 Leveraging #Data and #Evidence in Integrated Processes Utilizing data-driven approaches ensures informed decision-making for sustainable water management. 🤝 Renewed #Public-#Private #Partnerships Collaborating across sectors can drive innovation and improvement in water-resource strategies, leveraging untapped funding potential. 🔄 Redefine #Value Rethinking how we measure success and return on investment can lead to more sustainable practices. #everythingisurban #water and #cities Urban Land Institute ULI Poland/Czech Republic ULI Europe Dr Elizabeth Rapoport I thought this might be of interest and look forward to your thoughts.

Monaco's Mareterra Project is a groundbreaking floating eco-district that seamlessly blends innovation, sustainability, and public accessibility. Built on reclaimed land, it features parks, a marina, and energy-efficient systems powered by solar and seawater. With its focus on biodiversity, culture, and eco-friendly design, Mareterra sets a global standard for urban development on water. Learn More @ https://lnkd.in/gv59KuCV

Echirolles: Where tradition meets innovation at the foot of the French Alps 🏔️ Urban renewal blends with industrial heritage in this dynamic commune, creating a unique tapestry of past and future. Experience the charm of Echirolles, where history and progress coexist in perfect harmony. What's your favorite aspect of cities that balance tradition and innovation? 👉 https://lnkd.in/es4nek3F #FrenchAlps #UrbanDevelopment

It has been a real honour to share my thoughts on a topic I am so passionate about in such distinguished company. Refreshing to see the Metropolitan area of #gdansk #gdynia and #sopot collaborating so closely and three women Mayors driving the agenda. Thank you Marcin Juszczyk Malgorzata Anna Poreba Izabela Disterheft Dorota Wysokińska-Kuzdra for inviting me and to be such lovely guests. Great memories of Gdansk and its #people are with me. 🌊 The Inextricable Relationship Between Water and Cities 🌆 The long lasting love affair between cities is under threat from climate change and rising sea levels, which pose significant challenges to our water systems. Some solutions to maintain the relationship going: 🔍 Embrace #Complexity Understanding the intricate systems involving water and urban environments is crucial as well as innovating the governance structures to support them. 💡 Turn It Into #Value Think laterally and holistically to multiply the value of integrated interventions Transform into opportunities that benefit both people and ecosystems. 🌱 Start with Water and #Nature Prioritizing natural solutions and green infrastructure can create resilient urban areas. 📊 Leveraging #Data and #Evidence in Integrated Processes Utilizing data-driven approaches ensures informed decision-making for sustainable water management. 🤝 Renewed #Public-#Private #Partnerships Collaborating across sectors can drive innovation and improvement in water-resource strategies, leveraging untapped funding potential. 🔄 Redefine #Value Rethinking how we measure success and return on investment can lead to more sustainable practices. #everythingisurban #water and #cities

While I can talk law and policy about food and agriculture, it means nothing without the producers. My brother’s beekeeping and honey company, The Hive Supply, was featured on WGN Chicago to talk about their partnership with the Blackstone Hotel yesterday.   Naaman Gambill is the head beekeeper at The Hive Supply here in Chicago. Which means that at this time of year, he’s traveling around the city to see just how much destruction the winter brought to his hives. How many died? Which hives can be split? Will he need to purchase more bees from their supplier? How will this affect their production for contract clients as well as retail?   Our conversations are so important to me, because they remind me whom agricultural law and policy affects. Agricultural producers have to wrestle with nature, along with bookkeeping and bottom lines. Though nature doesn't discriminate between large and small producers, it is especially difficult for small operations to recover from its blows. It is hard to be a small operation in ag, despite being an important component to a working food system. So when I think about a new policy or program, I am able to ask, how would this affect producers like Naaman?

🏛️ From tradition to tomorrow: le Locle & la Chaux-de-Fonds 🌟 Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Jura Mountains, le Locle and la Chaux-de-Fonds stand as enduring symbols of innovation and precision. Recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, these neighbouring towns tell a story of how ingenuity can shape communities. 📍 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: Dating back to the 17th century, Le Locle and La Chaux-de-Fonds developed a unique urban layout tailored to watchmaking. This blend of functionality and artistry reflects a time when craftsmanship was the lifeblood of these towns. 🏭 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆: Today, these towns remain vibrant centers of watchmaking excellence. As part of the CALECHE Project, they serve as living labs to explore sustainable development. The focus? Enhance energy efficiency while preserving their rich architectural and cultural heritage. Balancing the future with the past requires creative solutions. By intertwining tradition with sustainability, le Locle and la Chaux-de-Fonds are leading the way in crafting a resilient, forward-looking legacy. 💡 How can we draw from history to design innovative, sustainable communities? Stay tuned as we dive deeper into the intersection of heritage and progress!

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Eight years ago, Urban Campus set out to revolutionize urban living. Let's take a glance at our journey since then and the key milestones that have marked our growth 🚀 2016: Founded in Paris, Urban Campus set out to transform urban living 💡 2018: Launched our inaugural coliving space in Madrid, becoming Spain's first coliving operator 🇪🇸 2019: Opened our second coliving space in Madrid 🏘️ 2021: Named finalists at the Global Coliving Awards for our innovative approach 🏆 2023: Opened our first coliving in France, 9 operational buildings in Spain 📈 2024: Advanced to over 30 development projects across Europe 💪 What do you think of our rapid growth?  For a deeper dive into our past achievements and future plans, take a look at our 2024 Impact Report 👇

How Pontevedra is transforming cities for people.🚶♀️⤵️ In 1999, the city of Pontevedra took a bold step by reclaiming its streets for pedestrians—paving the way for a healthier, safer and more sustainable urban environment. Today, the city center is car-free, traffic accidents have dropped to zero, and emissions have been significantly reduced. Pontevedra’s pioneering pedestrianization strategy, which covers 1.3 million square meters, has set a global standard for people-centered urbanism, proving that cities can thrive without cars. 🚗❌ This Galician city reshaped its urban landscape + inspired cities worldwide to rethink their approach to mobility and livability. ➡️ Read the full story: https://loom.ly/iPFFKpg

GREENER SOCIAL NEIGHBORHOODS - The city of Lisbon has 67 social neighborhoods, housing the neediest families and contributing to their social inclusion. Three of them are considered eco-neighborhoods: Boavista, Cruz Vermelha and Padre Cruz. These neighborhoods have been the subject of a rehousing programme com environmentally sustainable buildings, whether through architectural design and through construction methods and water and energy saving equipment. Discover more https://lnkd.in/dxa9a3uP