Energy from glass: the role of transparent photovoltaics in sustainable cities
Discover why transparent photovoltaics are a promising innovation in sustainable architecture —smart surfaces that turn sunlight into electricity.
Kansai airport is fighting to stay above the sea
Japan’s Kansai Airport, built on an artificial floating island near Osaka, is sinking. Bold and innovative engineering solutions may shape its future.
Decoding the smart economy: how digital infrastructure drives urban growth
See how urban development now uses smart technology and digital infrastructure to drive urban growth and economic opportunity in the evolving smart economy.
How Tacoma uses AI-enabled truck-mounted smart cameras to improve recycling
Tacoma improves recycling and waste management systems with AI tech. Truck-mounted smart cameras help boost efficiency and support recycling initiatives.
Nudging cities forward: The behavioural science shaping sustainable mobility
Explore what nudging is and why combining behavioural science with technology becomes a powerful tool in the transition toward more sustainable mobility.
What is micro-living and why is it becoming increasingly common in big cities?
Discover how micro-living, from tiny homes to micro apartments, is helping city dwellers save money and adapt to the cost of living crisis in urban spaces.
Regenerative design in urban development: beyond sustainability
See how regenerative design is transforming urban development by going beyond sustainability to restore ecosystems, not just reducing environmental impact.
New York is looking to the skies with its urban air taxi service
Although still in its early stages, air taxis are beginning to emerge as a proposal that could revolutionize mobility in hyper-dense cities like New York.
Mysuru, India, uses mass smart meters and IoT to improve urban hygiene
Mysuru, India, adopts smart meters, IoT sensors, and AI applications to boost sanitation solutions, using smart technology to enhance urban hygiene citywide.
New York’s Guggenheim museum: where architecture, art and technology come together
Step into the Guggenheim Museum, where Frank Lloyd Wright’s organic architecture meets AI art, smart technology, and augmented reality experiences.