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The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
The cross pinnacle on the Tower of Jesus Christ will be ready to receive visitors in 2026 on the centennial of Gaudi’s death
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Steffen Romstöck said that he would respect the residents’ choice and would take over the helm of the municipality, even if he didn’t run
The measure, which will come into force from 1 January 2025, will be partial and temporary…for now
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
But operating them is still illegal under the country’s legislation
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Plus, it has a unique modular design that allows it to be shortened and lengthened like a train
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
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The city’s district cooling network gets creative and shows that every part of the process can be utilized
Wien Energie, the largest energy and district heating and cooling supplier in Austria, has unveiled new intriguing cooling street furniture at the forecourt of the Spittelau waste incineration plant. These unusual benches let sitters experience a cooling effect in the summer heat and demonstrate the capacity of the city’s district cooling network.
The best thing about the cooled benches is that they don’t require any additional investment to make them “work”. They are cooled by water that returns to the plant through pipes after having cooled buildings. Even though the returning water is warmer than the outgoing water headed to the buildings, at 15-20 degrees Celsius it is still cooler than the summer air without feeling freezing.
The returning district cooling is recycled and reused, so to speak," explains Michael Strebl, Chairman of the Wien Energie Management Board.
This means that the benches provide a rather pleasant experience for sitters who want to have a break and test them out. They could also be a potential solution in the provision of reprieve from the urban heat islands effect that major cities suffer from in summer.
The “Kühlruhe” furniture, designed by Bergnerdesign, is made from concrete produced regionally in Lower Austria. Concrete is particularly suitable for storing and slowly releasing cold, which is why the design team chose this material.
If you’re wondering how district cooling itself operates – here’s how.
Cold water gets generated in the incineration plants using highly efficient refrigeration machines. In addition to electricity, excess heat from waste incineration is also used as the driving energy. The water, cooled to around 5-6 degrees Celsius, is delivered directly to customers via the district cooling network and is then distributed in the buildings via the company's own cooling systems.
The water absorbs the heat from the building on site and transports it away. Recooling is also carried out centrally, for example using river water. This is also good for the environment: compared to conventional air conditioning systems, district cooling saves around 50 per cent CO2. Plus, it is powered by electricity that comes 100% from renewable sources.
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
That’s because the state has to spend money on updating the railway infrastructure rather than subsidizing the cost of the popular pass
Rethinking renewable energy sources for the urban landscape
The examples, compiled by Beyond Fossil Fuels, can inform and inspire communities and entrepreneurs that still feel trepidation at the prospect of energy transition
Now you can get your wine in Talence by paying directly in Bitcoin
The 10th European Conference on Sustainable Cities and Towns (ESCT) sets the stage for stronger cooperation between the EU, national and local level to fast track Europe's transition to climate neutrality.
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
The underground rapid transit lines have been under construction for almost two decades due to various project delays
At least, that’s the promise made by the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo
Hostal de Pinós is located in the geographical centre of the autonomous region
Despite its church-y name, the district has long been known as the hangout spot for the artsy crowds
Urban dwellers across the EU are having a say in making their surroundings friendlier to people and the environment.
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