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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
Despite the small scale of an SMR, it won’t be cheap to build, and it could become a reality only in the next decade
Helsinki’s municipal energy utility company Helen has announced plans to build a small nuclear plant for the purposes of providing district heating in the future. The project’s horizon previews having such a plant operational somewhere in the early 2030s.
Technically speaking, the energy company is referring to building a small modular reactor (SMR), a fairly recent invention in the nuclear fission field, which has about a third of the generating capacity of traditional nuclear reactors.
As of 2024, only two countries in the world, Russia and China, have operating SMRs, which would make Helsinki (and Finland) a pioneer in Europe if the project gets underway.
Still, building an SMR is not cheap and quick, given that the technology is still largely in the process of development worldwide. The firm estimates that the first phase of the plan will be completed in 2026.
Helen will evaluate different SMR models that can be used to produce only heat, or both electricity and heat. Given that this involves a nuclear reactor near a large population centre, it raises questions about safety.
"I believe that nuclear power plants have been built for so long that we know how to make them completely safe. These new types of facilities are even safer than the old ones," said Olli Sirkka, CEO of Helen, speaking to Helsingin Sanomat.
However, the regulation side of things is not that clear and it seems the company is moving ahead with plans while admitting, and warning, that excessive regulation can make the entire process of setting up an SMR more expensive.
According to Yle news agency, Helsinki’s energy operator isn’t the only municipal company looking into this solution to provide heating. Kuopio Energia, based in Eastern Finland, is also currently researching the viability of building an SMR.
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
