Mobile ticketing is taking off in cities thanks to Low Emission Zones
Author | Elvira Esparza Mobiles have become an essential tool in our daily lives. Their use for paying public transport fares has facilitated the integration of various transportation modes, enhancing the overall user experience. Their adoption as a means of accessing Low Emission Zones has helped improve urban traffic flow and reduce pollution. The integration […]
How technology is being used to optimize city landfill sites and reduce emissions
Author | Lucía Burbano Cities must actively reduce their emissions to achieve the mid- and long-term decarbonization goals they have set. One of the infrastructures requiring the most effort in this regard is municipal waste management, as it is a major source of methane—a potent greenhouse gas. A report by the United Nations Environment Program […]
Pornainen (Finland) plans to store solar and wind energy during the harsh Nordic winter
Author | Lucía Burbano Despite the severity of their long, dark, and cold winters, Scandinavian countries are firmly committed to using renewable sources and innovative systems to heat and light their buildings, which have even become global examples in accelerating energy decarbonization. Now, Finland has taken a step further in the application of sustainable energy […]
Fukushima after the catastrophe: What’s the current situation and how do its residents live
Author | Raquel C. Pico In 2011, Japan experienced a powerful earthquake followed by a tsunami, both of which had devastating consequences. The earthquake registered a magnitude of 9.1 on the Richter scale, and its impact, combined with tsunami waves reaching up to 40 meters, resulted in the loss of 19,759 lives. Its repercussions triggered […]
Beyond decarbonization: How direct air capture seeks to drive the energy industry
Author | Raquel C. Pico To meet global warming targets recommended by agencies like the IPCC, decarbonizing the planet is essential. The first step is to reduce carbon emissions while also addressing historical emissions already released. This has led to the emergence of energy solutions offering alternative green sources, as well as tools to manage […]
Five smart city trends expected for 2025
Author | Elvira Esparza How will smart cities evolve in the near future? Although predicting the future carries some uncertainty, this year’s trends clearly point to the increasing integration of artificial intelligence in core functions such as traffic management, urban planning, and citizen engagement. The ultimate goal is to build more efficient and resilient urban […]
Unexpected risks of urban wildfires: How smoke and soot threaten cities
Author | Elvira Esparza Urban forest fires are more hazardous because the materials burned release far more than just soot and ash, emitting a complex mix of toxic pollutants. The rising incidence of forest fires due to climate change highlights their severe consequences for both public health and urban environments. During forest fires, the burning […]
Zero emissions trains: are they worth the hype?
Author | Raquel C. Pico Sustainable transportation is one of the key priorities on the list of sustainable development goals. The movement of people, raw materials, and products continues to grow, making reduction a highly complex challenge. As a result, the focus is on developing green transportation and sustainable mobility with a minimal carbon footprint—or, […]
What is the BIM methodology, and how is it transforming civil engineering and construction?
Author | Raquel C. Pico Construction is one of the world’s oldest economic sectors. Humans have needed all types of infrastructure since the beginning of time. Perhaps that is why, from the outside, the industry is often perceived as traditional and resistant to digital transformation. However, this is not entirely accurate, as new technologies are […]
Dubai is on a mission to introduce over 100 flying cars by 2026
Author | Lucía Burbano Dubai is no stranger to breaking records, especially in architecture and urban planning. Now, the city is once again making global headlines with the announcement that, as early as this year, VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) vehicles will take to its skies. These flying vehicles are at the core of the […]