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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
The government has set aside a 150-million-euro pot, which is supposed to replenish once the properties are resold
On Monday, the Irish government announced the launch of a 150-million-euro vacancy fund, to support local authorities throughout the country. The fund is supposed to allow local councils to purchase vacant properties and resell them for housing.
This was announced by Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien, and is part of the Vacant Homes Action Plan. According to recent data from the Central Statistics Office Ireland, in 2021 the rate of vacant homes in Dublin was 2.3% compared to 5.1% in the rest of Ireland, relatively low compared to other countries.
As Minister O’Brian explained in an official statement, the idea is to create a rolling programme for local authorities to tackle housing vacancy long-term. Essentially, local councils would be able to apply for the fund and propose specific vacant properties to buy.
Then, after the properties are resold, the profits would go back into the fund creating a continuation of the policy. Minister O’Brien pointed out that that would make conducting such a policy at all possible for local authorities which otherwise have to take out loans to tackle vacancy.
However, this scheme seems to work with the assumption that housing prices are only set to go up, which would no doubt perpetuate the affordable housing crisis in the republic. Currently, prices have reached the 2007/2008 peak, right before the mortgage crash and are only set to continue rising according to the Central Statistics Office.
Moreover, in August 2022, an alarming report claimed that there were only 716 homes to rent in the entire country, singling an absolute crash in supply for the market.
At the same time, if housing prices in Ireland do go down, many local authorities could be left with overvalued real estate, which could undermine the rolling aspect of the fund. According to the Central Statistics Office, in 2021 and 2022, property prices rose by around 9% annually, although that rate slowed down on a month-to-month basis in 2023.
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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An interview with the newly elected ICLEI President and Mayor of Malmö
A conversation with the Mayor of Lisbon about the spirit and dimensions of innovation present in the Portuguese capital
