The Future of Cities

Making Progress Last

Episode Summary

Over the past ten episodes we have heard about technologies, innovations, and ideas that will make cities smarter, happier, more livable places than ever before. So how do we make sure it lasts? In this episode, we explore how cities can interact with the natural environment around them in a positive way.

Episode Notes

Over the past ten episodes, we have heard about technologies, innovations, and ideas that will make cities smarter, happier and more productive places than ever before. So how do we make sure it lasts? In this episode, we explore how cities can interact with the natural environment around them in a positive way.

 

(2:25) What it means to be a sustainable city.

(4:30) How building materials impact sustainability.

(11:10) Measuring embodied impact.

(14:20) How location and density affects sustainability.

(15:38) Trees as keys to unlocking environmental benefits.

(17:15) Singapore as an example of greening a city.

(19:23) Why we need to rethink our city infrastructures.

 

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