THE POWER OF PEOPLE, PLACES & FIRMS
Reading Time: 3 minutesOver the last decade, housing costs in big cities soared by 68% – far higher than in smaller cities or rural areas – stretching household budgets, and pricing young people and families out of urban centres. São Paulo offers a glimpse of what’s possible when cities use densification not just to build higher, but to build fairer. Can São Paulo’s new approach show the way for other cities?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteProfessor Carlos Moreno – creator of the “15-minute city” and now a leading voice behind the “30-minute region” – joins the OECD’s Soo-Jin Kim to explore how we can build more inclusive, connected and resilient places.
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe building sector is responsible for a staggering 10 gigatonnes of CO2 emissions annually – 37% of global energy and process-related emissions. We need to slash that number over the next decade. It’s time for low carbon construction. Can cities make it a reality?
Reading Time: 5 minutesIn January 2025, Los Angeles wildfires caused 25 deaths and $250 billion in damages, marking the most destructive fire in history. Wildfires increasingly threaten urban areas, driven by human behaviour and climate change, necessitating improved prevention efforts.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWith Urban Partners, learn about the intersection between investment management and local and national projects promoting climate and social sustainability, emphasizing inclusive investment and the importance of thriving communities.
Reading Time: 4 minutesParis is preparing for the Games with a focus on low-carbon initiatives, in line with the RE2020 regulations. The project also emphasises the circular economy by prioritising innovative and reusing materials.
Reading Time: 3 minutesWe spend so much of our lives in homes and workspaces. We need to focus on decreasing emissions via whole-life decarbonisation of buildings.
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe architectural profession is undergoing a profound transformation in response to climate change, with a focus on sustainability and resilience. This shift requires strategic planning, innovative design, stringent quality control, and post-construction management.