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India's ambitious Third Mumbai project begins land acquisition for a new 323-square-kilometer urban hub, offering farmers choice in how they're compensated. Landowners across 124 villages can opt for cash, development rights, or developed land in what officials call a "people-centric" approach.
From the Netherlands to Malaysia, cities are discovering smart partnerships with private investors to fund hundreds of millions in climate defense projects. A new report shows how communities can protect themselves from rising seas and extreme weather without breaking the bank.
A UN-backed initiative is transforming a Nairobi neighborhood into a low-carbon model that could reshape urban development across Africa. The five-year project will improve lives for 85,000 residents while cutting emissions and restoring ecosystems.
Kenya is transforming Nairobi into a climate-smart city with a five-year, $4 million initiative that will bring green spaces, clean energy, and restored rivers to 85,000 people. The UN-backed project targets one of the city's most crowded neighborhoods with solutions that cut pollution while improving daily life.
A forgotten stretch of urban land in Gurgaon is now a green space where neighbors walk, pause, and reconnect with nature. The transformation shows how cities can grow by bringing nature back, not just building more.
Skyscrapers made of wood are sprouting up across North America, capturing carbon while reaching 25 stories high. The future of sustainable cities is being built from trees, one engineered timber beam at a time.
One of America's largest property companies just proved that towering office buildings can run entirely on clean power while slashing carbon emissions by more than half. Vornado Realty Trust's 2025 results show sustainable cities aren't just possible—they're already here.
Ten years ago, Corentin Roudaut was too terrified to bike in Paris. Today, he volunteers to help others discover the joy of cycling through streets transformed by protected bike lanes, pedestrian zones, and 155,000 new trees.
Chinese scientists have created over 20 species of plants that glow in the dark using firefly and fungus genes. The bioluminescent flowers could light up parks and gardens without electricity, saving energy while creating magical nighttime landscapes.
India's capital is teaming up with a leading agricultural research institute to make the city greener and healthier. The partnership promises cleaner air and better soil for millions of residents.
Newton, Massachusetts is turning penalties from polluting buildings into funding for citywide clean energy projects. The innovative approach means property owners who can't go green will help fund projects that do.
Telangana's Bharat Future City is piloting a district cooling system that pipes chilled water underground to cool entire buildings without individual AC units. The technology, already used worldwide, could slash emissions and energy use across India's hottest cities.
Cities are transforming underused concrete spaces into small "pocket gardens" that cool neighborhoods, absorb stormwater, and reduce noise pollution. These mini oases are proving that a little greenery can solve big urban problems.
Uzbekistan is rapidly transforming its cities with electric buses, trams, and tens of thousands of EVs as the country races toward a cleaner transportation future. By 2030, half of all urban buses will run on electricity.
Cities around the world are proving climate action pays off in cold, hard cash and healthier residents. From London to Medellín, simple solutions are slashing hospital visits, boosting property values, and protecting millions from extreme heat.
A market in Hyderabad transformed garbage into electricity, biogas, and 600 daily meals. The Bowenpally model proves waste isn't the problem—how we think about it is.
Abandoned parking lots across India are transforming into "sponge cities" that manage 20 million liters of stormwater using nature and smart tech. These climate-resilient spaces prove urban areas can work with water instead of fighting it.
Ethiopia's Prime Minister says Addis Ababa's corridor development proves cities can transform themselves without the massive cost of building new capitals from scratch. The approach combines infrastructure upgrades with cultural change to create lasting urban renewal.
A groundbreaking book reveals how Africa's fastest-growing cities are tackling health challenges through grassroots solutions and community-driven innovation. From motorcycle taxis in Kampala to policy experiments in Lagos, urban Africa is writing its own playbook for building healthier cities.
Self-driving robotaxis with no steering wheel are rolling into two new cities this year. Amazon's Zoox is quadrupling its service area while making rides smoother and smarter.
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