Urban Planning

In the heart of Tianjin, China, a silent battle is unfolding beneath our feet. Urban green spaces, once seen as sanctuaries of nature amidst concrete jungles, are now battlegrounds for antibiotic resistance. A groundbreaking study led by Xunqiang Mo

In the heart of Zurich, a silent battle is being waged against the relentless march of urban heat. As cities around the world grapple with rising temperatures, a groundbreaking study published in npj Urban Sustainability, the English translation of t

In the heart of Bangkok, a city pulsating with life and growth, a silent revolution is underway. Researchers are harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to map and understand the city’s blue and green infrastructures, paving the way for smart

In the heart of Pakistan, Lahore is on the brink of a monumental transformation. By 2030, this UNESCO-recognized city is expected to leap from the sixth to the third fastest-growing urban center globally. This rapid expansion, while a testament to La

In the heart of Tamil Nadu, the city of Vellore is grappling with a silent crisis that threatens its urban lakes, vital ecosystems that provide ecological, social, and economic benefits. A recent study published in the journal ‘Frontiers in Water’ (t

In the heart of China’s Greater Bay Area, a battle is unfolding between urban development and natural hydrology. As cities expand, the delicate balance of water flow, infiltration, and evaporation is disrupted, posing significant challenges for water

In the heart of São Paulo State, Brazil, a groundbreaking framework is set to revolutionize how cities plan and implement urban green infrastructure (UGI). Developed by Leonardo Massato Nicacio Nomura, a researcher at São Paulo State University, this

In the heart of Tehran, a city battling the relentless heat of the Middle East, a silent struggle is unfolding. Urban green spaces, the city’s natural air conditioners, are shrinking, and with them, the city’s ability to cool itself. But a new study,

In the heart of Poland, researchers are tapping into an often-overlooked resource that could revolutionize water management and significantly impact the energy sector. Monika Zdeb, from the Department of Water Purification and Protection at the Rzesz

In the heart of urbanizing landscapes, a silent battle rages between progress and preservation. As cities expand, low-lying swampy areas, once teeming with biodiversity, are increasingly transformed into residential and industrial hubs. This shift, d