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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
On the eve of the new academic year, the ranking considers several distinct but essential factors
Following a successful trial phase, these quiet areas will now be available on all main routes in the country
The academic institution shows a deeper understanding of the well-being of its students
By building plus energy houses and retrofitting banks, Stockholm says this is mission possible
Stockholm is undergoing a veritable construction boom in recent years, so any local talk about mitigating climate change might sound somewhat cynical.
Well, think twice before you agree. Stockholm has long championed sustainability in line with the Swedish society’s nature respecting mind set. More than half of Sweden’s national energy supply comes from renewables. The country has set itself ambitious goals to achieve fossil fuel-free transport by 2030 and zero net greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. And Swedish construction companies choose not to play truant, finding climate-saving ways to build new homes and offices that are both beautiful and energy-efficient.
In 2014 Stockholm City launched a competition with a focus on aesthetics and energy consumption. Competition winner Stockholmshem, Stockholm's largest housing company, commissioned Swedish construction group Skanska to bring its climate-smart vision to life. The trailblazing development Backåkra 2, now complete, is the brainchild of architect Kjellander Sjöberg. It consists of two tenement buildings, known as plus energy houses. Both buildings are unique in many ways but most notably - they produce more energy than they can use, so they can sell the surplus on the electricity grid.
Skanska is not alone. JM AB, another Stockholm developer, now boasts buildings that use, on average, 50 percent less energy than they did ten years ago. Today all JM´s ongoing construction projects are “Svanen-certified” – the construction business’ equivalent to Michelin’s stars, awarded for the use of climate-smart materials. According to JM’s Kjell-Åke Henriksson, climate-friendliness is not necessarily tantamount to higher construction costs. Rather, he argues, prioritizing energy-efficiency and climate-friendly materials pays off in the long run.
And the answer by Swedish real estate company Vasakronan which is aware of the immense climate-impact of concrete, is simple: renovate. Currently the company is retrofitting the shell of Sergelhuset, the old offices of SEB, in the heart of Stockholm, adding solar panels and rooftop gardens.
Housing is not the only sphere where Stockholm’s construction companies apply strict climate standards. The recently-completed Office One, an office space built for minimum energy waste at the Stockholm Arlanda international airport, is an example. The site of this project was not chosen randomly - Stockholm Arlanda is one of just 30 airports in the world to have earned a top score on the global carbon management programme Airport Carbon Accreditation.
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.
Forests in the EU can help green the European construction industry and bolster a continent-wide push for architectural improvements.
Apply by 10 November and do your part for the transformation of European public spaces
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A conversation with the Mayor of Lisbon about the spirit and dimensions of innovation present in the Portuguese capital
