Catalonia plans "independence from rainwater" by 2040
It will be achieved through seawater desalination plants
The global observance is organized by UN-Habitat under the general motto of "Better City, Better Life"
At the end of this month (31 October) we are celebrating the World Cities Day. Designated by the United Nations’ General Assembly in 2013, it is “expected to greatly promote the international community’s interest in global urbanization, push forward cooperation among countries in meeting opportunities and addressing challenges of urbanization, and contributing to sustainable urban development around the world.”
While each year the event passes under the slogan of 'Better City, Better Life', each year there is a different sub-theme addressed. Likewise, every year, there's a different host city which represents a different sub-theme, such as urban progress or urban challenges that we need to pay attention to.
Simply put, it’s because there are loads of people living in cities. Actually, the urban population exceeds half the world’s population. As the number is expected to grow twofold by the mid-century, urbanization proves to be one of the most influential global trends.
Naturally, this massive phenomenon is related to both challenges and opportunities. Alongside the issues related to housing, environment, climate change, infrastructure, basic services, food security, health, education, decent jobs, safety, and natural resources, one can also look forward to the myriad of opportunities for sustainable development.
It is widely believed that the battle for achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) will either be won or lost in cities, as they are drivers of innovation, industry, technology, entrepreneurship, and creativity. Global cities create prosperity, enhance social development and provide employment.
World Cities Day strives to educate the public to mobilize political will and resources to address global problems and to celebrate and reinforce the achievements of humanity.
The same goes for 5G coverage but that complete rate will be achieved already in 2025
Tusk’s administration failed to change the law, but it now promises to “change reality”
The country’s government cites security concerns behind the move
The same goes for 5G coverage but that complete rate will be achieved already in 2025
The tool builds upon the already available web version of the map
It marks the street spots that have recorded the highest number of incidents
Plus, you might have to book a spot in advance to view the famous attraction
This involves the creation of a special traffic control zone on streets leading to the UNESCO-protected Old Town
The German capital reps will head to COP16, in Cali (Colombia), with the aim of inviting other cities to join the cause
Plus, you might have to book a spot in advance to view the famous attraction
For many years, Molenbeek’s reputation was linked to terrorism, but now it wants to show the world that it has turned a new page
Passengers will be shuttled directly to and from the Port of Piraeus, skipping the lines at the airport
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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