New paths for the roads of tomorrow
Transportation news feeds are filled with tech innovations and new start-ups willing to improve our daily mobility…
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Swimming is back in town (it’s still summer!)
Among other natural elements, water surely is one of the most appreciated in cities – or even a symbol, as the famous …
How cities deal with the climate change risks
According to the non-profit organization “100 Resilient Cities”, urban resilience is the ability of individuals,…
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After cars, buses are about to get autonomous too
Not a day goes by without hearing of a new revelation or impressive step towards the achievement of the autonomous car…
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Discover modular mini farms, the future of urban farming
You’ve probably heard a lot about urban farming lately, from aquaponic installations to ambitious urban farming…
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Meet the first promotion of FAIRE, the new Parisian urban incubator
After the creation of dedicated accelerators for tourism, logistics and mobility start-ups, Paris pursues its ambitious…
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World’s first ultra-low emissions zone planned in London
Mayor Sadiq Khan, who wants a greener future for London, set out a new plan to clean up toxic air within the city. He…
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ByCycling, the app that lets your company pay you to bike to work
Other facts can influence people to change their mobility habits: having showers and bike parking at work will attract…
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What if Europe invested in an artificial island to produce electricity?
Global warming being an urging issue, more and more countries aim to only use renewable energies. When China and India…
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The art of bus stops in the former Soviet Union
We often associate Soviet Union architecture with massive buildings made of grey concrete. Surprisingly, other forms of…
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Transforming the heart of Paris
With the Notre Dame cathedral, the Ile de la Cité is a must-see destination mentioned in every Paris tour guide. If the…
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Discover the first 3D printed bridge in the world
Every day, 3D printing shows its seemingly boundless potential. From artificial hearts and jewellery to actual houses,…
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The world’s longest elevated cycling path just opened in China
Are Chinese cities converting to a more bike-oriented design? The city of Xiamen gives an impressive demonstration of…
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With Movement, Uber offers access to its traffic data
Thanks to its app, Uber has collected a great amount of data about how people move around cities. Precious material for…
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Paris mayor unveils plan to restrict traffic and extend car-free streets
Nothing seems to stop Anne Hidalgo in her resolution to reduce car traffic in Paris. After banning cars from a large…