Tag: Climate Adaptation
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Paris, France – The 15-Minute City
Paris is proving that sustainable urban living isn’t just possible—it’s already happening. Through the visionary 15-Minute City model, the city is reshaping its streets, neighborhoods, and daily rhythms to prioritize walkability, accessibility, and local living. With bold leadership, car-free zones, and community-focused planning, Paris is reducing emissions and revitalizing public life—one neighborhood at a time.
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Rotterdam, Netherlands – Rooftops Reinvented for Climate Resilience
In Rotterdam, rooftops are doing more than sheltering buildings—they’re shaping the future. Through climate-adaptive designs like green and blue roofs, the city is turning overlooked spaces into tools for water management, urban cooling, and sustainable community life.
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Nairobi, Kenya – Greening the City from the Ground Up
In Nairobi, grassroots green space initiatives are transforming informal settlements from the ground up. Led by local residents, these projects reclaim neglected land for farming, recreation, and community healing—proving that environmental change can start with a single tree.
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