AI in Urban Life: The Hidden Gender Bias Shaping Our Cities
AI could have groundbreaking effects on urban safety – if it had all of our cities’ inhabitants in mind. Gender expert Lizzette Soria explains how hidden gender biases in AI-driven innovations shape our cities.
How Can We Design Cities Against Violence?
From exclusion to control, architecture can be a powerful tool of oppression. In a fierce manifesto, Jorge Javier demands a shift toward solidarity in urban design.
Power Shift: Radical Solutions to the Global Housing Crisis
The global housing crisis is a disaster – and it’s unjust. Ariana Karamallis argues for radical change that shifts power to the majority: the people who are affected.
How Quezon City Changed After Declaring Climate Emergency
In 2019, Quezon City, Philippines, declared a climate emergency, recognising the need for urgent action. Mayor Joy Belmonte highlights the city's bold efforts to mitigate risks and build resilience.
Cities at the Crossroads: Powering Urban Energy Futures Amid Global Crises
Cities are central to the energy transition. They balance climate action, economic growth, equity, and resilience. Amid geopolitical shifts, urban action and innovation remain critical. By Rohit Sen and Kanak Gokarn
Local Governance of Sustainable Urban Mobility Transitions: Challenges and Opportunities for Inclusive Action
As climate change intensifies, cities find themselves at a crossroads. Gülfem Cevheribucak highlights how urban areas can become champions of sustainability by rethinking mobility and governance. What changes are needed to make this vision a reality?