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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
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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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Helsingborg authorities say the trial run involving the laser is going well so far, Source: Helsingborg Municipality
A truly pioneering innovation, that, together with the implementation of DNA sequencing of bacteria, can transform public health management
The Swedish city of Helsingborg has 15 bathing spots on its territory, and it already provides a beach water quality forecast online to residents. However, authorities have recommended that four of the beaches be avoided this summer because they have frequently shown elevated levels of intestinal bacteria through measurements over the past four years.
On the bright side, they have also announced a pilot project, which will boost the testing of the water quality in a pioneering way – the measurements are done with a laser. According to the city website, this makes Helsingborg the first municipality in the world to try this approach. If it is successful, the benefits can be far-reaching on a global scale.
The site of the pilot project is Pålsjöbaden beach. There, seawater is pumped up to three devices. Two of them measure intestinal bacteria (E. coli and enterococci). The third is a laser. By connecting the devices together, the laser must learn what water with bacteria looks like.
“Most of the time the pattern of bacteria looks the same, but after a downpour when the bacteria arrive, the pattern changes. When it rained a few weeks ago, it was exciting to look at the readings. It was excellent that they showed high values,” says Elisabet Lindberg, beach manager at the City of Helsingborg, speaking to the municipal press service.
If the pilot project is successful, it means completely new opportunities to warn of bad bathing water. The problem with water testing is that it takes a long time. The water analysis for the presence of bacteria takes three days.
The laser can also learn what bathing water looks like just before it goes bad. With measurement data, current data and data on radiation from the sun, the goal is for the data to come together in a reliable forecast. Then warnings can be made even before the bacteria reach the shores.
It is possible, thanks to DNA sequencing to also understand the origin of the bacteria. The problem though is that takes even longer. The water samples from last year are still awaiting analysis, for example. Nevertheless, it is an important tool to figure out the source of contamination and take the necessary measures.
And according to Elisabet Lindberg, many municipalities are already paying attention to that project, which increases hopes for the future of water purity control.
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
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