The Underground City: Beneath the Surface of Montreal, Quebec
WEBDevelopment began in 1962 with the construction of an underground shopping center located beneath Montreal’s first modern skyscraper, Place Ville-Marie, which is also connected to Gare Centrale, the central train station. The inauguration of the metro system in 1966 encouraged the construction of more subterranean malls along the subway lines.
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WEBSmart Cities Dive provides in-depth journalism and analysis into the most impactful news and trends shaping smart cities. We cover the latest trends on sustainable, connected, and livable cities.
Singapore tops global smart city rankings again, NYC leads US
WEBApr 1, 2021 — Dive Insight: Singapore continues to lead the way in the ESI rankings, having occupied the top spot in the most recent 2018 edition.The rankings weigh a variety of metrics, including a city's vision, policies, leadership, budget, financial incentives, support programs, ecosystem of stakeholders and the government’s track record in executing …
10 US cities ready for a ‘smart city future’ - Smart Cities Dive
WEBFeb 1, 2023 — "The cities that will thrive in the future will be the ones best adapted to our new and greener ways of living. By looking at a range of factors, including tech infrastructure, sustainability, and the tech-driven job market, we were able to get a better picture of the U.S. and European cities will be leading the way into a smarter future,” …
15 city leaders define a ‘smart city’ - Smart Cities Dive
WEBNov 2, 2021 — Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said a smart city is data-driven, technologically focused and well designed. It “designs and implements solutions for efficient use of time, resources, and energy — improving city processes and quality of life for residents,” said Gallego. It’s a city that uses “edge technology, and data, especially real ...
it's a catalyst for change - Smart Cities Dive
WEBAug 18, 2020 — A greenway is more than just a pretty park — it’s a catalyst for change. Greenways offer a breath of fresh air, but when planning and building them, leaders must realize their full potential for social and economic impact. Retrieved from NeedPix. Editor’s Note: The following is a guest post from Todd Antoine, chief of planning and ...
13 predictions about the trends that will shape smart cities in 2023
WEBJan 3, 2023 — In 2022, cities continued to grapple with optimizing streets and curb space, address the rising cost housing, prepare for more electric and autonomous vehicles, and work to strengthen resilience amid the effects of climate change.. 2023 will bring additional federal funding to improve transportation and further momentum around trends like …
Singapore named smartest global city for third year: report
WEBNov 8, 2021 — Singapore topped the Switzerland-based Institute for Management Development (IMD) and the Singapore University for Technology and Design’s (SUTD) third Smart City Index this year, followed by Zurich and Oslo, Norway. New York City was ranked as the smartest North American city, landing at the twelfth spot on the global list.
What US cities could look like in 2024: 6 predictions
WEBJan 2, 2024 — Safer, greener communities with more housing, greater civic participation, and diversified downtowns are what these experts envision for the coming year. In 2024, U.S. cities continue to adapt to the new normal four years after the shockwaves of 2020. Sporting events and concerts are larger than ever (looking at you, Taylor Swift and Beyoncé).
10 Principles for Making High-Density Cities Better
WEBEmbrace diversity, foster inclusiveness – “There is a need to ensure that diversity is not divisive, particularly in densely populated cities where people live in close proximity to one another.”. Draw nature closer to people – “ Blending nature into the city helps soften the hard edges of a highly built up cityscape and provides the ...