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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 innovative project received funding from the participatory budget in Lille, France
Cities have long ago discovered the hidden power of urban furniture. In fact, they have shown that even something as simple as a bench can serve multiple innovative functions.
For example, we've already reported on smart benches being used to charge your phone, or to tackle loneliness amid the coronavirus pandemic. Benches can also tell the stories of the cities, helping locals and tourists discover these places in unusual ways. Or, they can get people acquainted with high-quality literature or movies.
The latest addition to the “power of the bench” list comes from Lille, France. Thanks to a new creative project, a local bench will be able to … collect and store rainwater and irrigate plants. Something particularly useful, in the face of climate changes leading to extreme weather adverse effects such as droughts or heavy rainfalls.
The bench, now located in front of the Pasteur School, at the Philippe Lebon Square of Lille, collects water through its covering, which will then be used to plant nearby gardens. Thanks to this bench directly connected to the school gutter, the water reserve builds up on its own.
Then, when the time is right, the inhabitants of the district, the students or the members of the association can fill the watering can or the bucket to water the vegetable gardens or the neighbouring plants. All this, while they rest on the bench, awaiting for their next class to start.
The bench is the initiative of the St Michel en transition association, conceived by designers Simon Carrez and Clément Lascombes, realised by Bois & Loisirs.
It has been funded under the participatory budget of Lille (a democratic instrument in which citizens can put forward projects to be funded by the city budget and have their say on the ones to get public money) and will be tested for 8 months. The results from the test will be summarised in a technical file, which will be submitted to city authorities with the perspective of extending its test for another 8 months.
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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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