The capital of Georgia, Tbilisi, stands out for its friendly treatment towards stray dogs. These have been integrated into the urban environment, becoming the pets of all residents.
Thousands of dogs roam freely in the city streets and parks without...
A group of researchers from the Amazonia Revelada project, in collaboration with the Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology at the University of São Paulo, has made a stunning discovery by locating a hidden city dating back to the 18th...
The high temperatures recorded in many places during summer are often increased by the asphalt in cities and other human activities. This is known as the heat island effect, something that authorities aim to reduce in the coming years...
Glass in cities represents a danger for birds resulting in millions of annual collisions. To address this issue, BirdShades has developed a solution that protects birds using ultraviolet (UV) technology to make glass visible to birds, without altering the...
A German student has created HAUSHOUSE, a bird shelter in urban areas that adapts to any window frame without damaging it.
Easy to install and maintain thanks to its rotating structure, this birdhouse transforms urban spaces into bird-friendly shelters and...
According to the Air Quality Index (AQI), it is possible to determine which are the cities with the most polluted air in the world. And at the same time, on the other end, the capitals with the cleanest air.
The...
A new solar installation has been completed at Landstraßer Gürtel, in the 3rd district of Vienna, combining energy production with urban soundproofing.
Commissioned by ARE Real Estate Vienna, this entity supervised the entire project, demonstrating how solar technology can address...
According to the latest report from the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), half of the world's largest cities will be at risk of experiencing one or more climate risks by 2050, such as floods, heatwaves, cyclones, and water scarcity,...
Urban natural reserves function as oases in the middle of large cities. They are also spaces for the conservation of native species, migratory corridors, and optimal places to engage in activities related to nature. A common example is birdwatching.
They...
Sustainability Initiatives
Marco Velotta, the city's sustainability officer, highlighted that efforts began in 2005 and accelerated with the Recovery Act in 2009, allowing an initial investment of $75 million in sustainability projects.
Despite the population increase, water consumption has decreased significantly....
