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Istanbul

adam.pearson — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 12:24:49 +0000

Overview:

A primate city and coastal megacity in the Bosporus region:
One of the world’s most important religious, political and cultural cities faces new urban development challenges associated with population growth, environmental impact and economic advancement.

Country:

Turkey

Region:

coastal

Reports:

Istanbul Initial Assessment Report

Istanbul Workshop Report

Istanbul Strategy Paper

Istanbul Final Conference Poster

Background:

A city whose historic importance dates back to its days as the capital of the Roman Empire, Istanbul today remains a dynamic cultural and economic capital while facing new urban challenges. Straddling two continents, Istanbul represents a geographic gateway from the Mediterranean into the Black Sea and even a symbolic gateway for Turkey as around 45% of national production and jobs are concentrated in the metropolitan area.

City size:

mega-metropolitan area

Challenges:

Istanbul has become one of the 20 largest metropolitan areas in the world with many neighbourhoods expanding radially outward from the historic city centre on the Bosporus Strait. Urban development initiatives have been met with protest for challenging local interests and have fuelled social unrest as well as cultural and economic divides. Furthermore, the growing population has applied pressure to local water basins and supply. The vast majority of the population is also exposed to significant earthquake risks which pose challenges to urban development.

Population:

12 915 158

Current Initiatives:

Turkey is in the midst of a building boom. The largest satellite development in Turkey is being constructed which will provide 65,000 new flats to citizens in Kayaşehir. An estimated 50 neighbourhoods, one of them being Tarlabaşi, will be demolished and built anew. The construction of the Istanbul Canal, yet another project underway in the city, will link the Black and Marmara Seas which will have major trade implications.

Area:

5 343.00km²

Istanbul Teknik Universitesi (ITU) will be coordinating and developing post-carbon visions with local Istanbul stakeholders.

Unemployment rate:

12.80%

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By John Virgolino. ("Istanbul bridge Galata Kpr."), [CC-A-NC-ND]

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Barcelona

adam.pearson — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 12:10:08 +0000

Overview:

A regional capital, port city, and strong economic centre on the Mediterranean coast:

Barcelona is a vibrant economic and cultural centre in Europe committed to becoming the global model of a Smart City as it combats urban development challenges related to climate change and population density.

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Country:

Spain

Region:

coastal

Reports:

Barcelona Initial Assessment Report

Barcelona Workshop Report

Barcelona Strategy Paper

Barcelona Final Conference Poster

Background:

The coastal capital of Barcelona has made a name for itself as a world leader in tourism, entertainment, fashion and commerce. The city is currently facing particularly significant economic challenges from the global financial crisis but continues to be an important economic centre and transport hub in Europe. It is the 6^th most populous metropolitan area in Europe and remains a world renowned cultural destination.

City size:

regional capital

Challenges:

As a coastal city, Barcelona is particularly vulnerable to rising sea levels, climate change and water stress. Its high population density - one of the highest in Europe - also magnifies the local heat island effect which causes an array of health and environmental challenges.

Population:

3 218 071

Current Initiatives:

Barcelona is ambitious to become the world model of a Smart City. To this end, its Barcelona Smart City programme targets lighting, energy, water, district heating and cooling, transportation, zero emissions mobility and open government. The high technology zone 22@ and Mobile World Capital are just some of the many additional projects taking place in Barcelona. The city also holds the annual World Smart Cities Congress.

Area:

101.90km²

Centre for European Policy Studies (CEPS) will be coordinating and developing post-carbon visions with local Barcelona stakeholders.

Unemployment rate:

21.70%

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By Bernard Gagnon. ("Sagrada Familia 01"). [CC-BY-SA-3.0-2.5-2.0-1.0]

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Lisbon

adam.pearson — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 12:06:41 +0000

Overview:

A dominant coastal capital and port city on the West Atlantic:

Lisbon is a major European economic centre that faces a series of urban development challenges that may increase in intensity with the effects of climate change.

Country:

Portugal

Region:

coastal

Reports:

Lisbon Initial Assessment Report

Lisbon Workshop Report

Lisbon Strategy Paper

Lisbon Final Conference Poster

Background:

A major European port city, Lisbon holds its own as a strong economic hub in the European Union – specifically in the financial, commerce, media, trade (Lisbon is the second-largest container port on the Atlantic coast) and tourism industries. It is among the oldest cities in the world and is thus a cultural and historical capital. The age of the city, however, creates some structural challenges to urban development and lying on the coast poses increasing vulnerabilities to the city.

City size:

regional capital

Challenges:

The way Lisbon’s municipal peripheries were planned has comprehensive urban development impacts today. These structural problems stem from the rapid growth of urban areas that spill beyond municipal boundaries as well as insufficient coordination among municipalities. As a coastal city, Lisbon is also more susceptible to rising sea levels and the impacts of climate change.

Population:

2 042 477

Current Initiatives:

Lisbon participates in the Connected Urban Development (CUD) initiative which harnesses information and communication technologies in order to increase urban infrastructure efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. The BIP / ZIP (Lisbon Priority Intervention Neighbourhood / Priority Intervention Zone) programme is another important initiative that seeks to bolster municipal partnerships and local projects to strengthen social ties and territorial solidarity within neighbourhoods.

Area:

84.80km²

Inteligencia em Inovacao, centro de inovacao associacao privada sem fins lucrativos (INTELI) will be coordinating and developing post-carbon visions with local Lisbon stakeholders.

Unemployment rate:

12.70%

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By Aubry Françon. ("View of the Alfama quarter in Lisbon, Portugal"). [CC-BY-SA-3.0]
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By Miguel. ("Rua Augusta Lisbon"), [CC-BY-SA-3.0], via Wikimedia Commons

City challenges:

Zagreb

adam.pearson — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 11:56:08 +0000

Overview:

A historical inland centre in southeast Europe:

Zagreb, a major economic entity in both Croatia and Eastern Europe, boasts a rich history dating back to Roman times. Today, it faces urban development challenges, particularly mobility, as it continues to develop its modern identity.

POCACITO WORKSHOPS:

Country:

Croatia

Region:

inland

Reports:

Zagreb Initial Assessment Report

Zagreb Workshop Report

Zagreb Strategy Paper

Zagreb Final Conference Poster

Background:

Zagreb is the political as well as economic capital of Croatia, offering all of the culture of a modern cosmopolitan city while serving as the source of most of the nations’ profits. A major transport hub at the intersection of Southeast Europe, the Mediterranean and Western Europe, Zagreb is a significant international node and likely to remain an important urban city for years to come.

City size:

regional capital

Challenges:

In 1945, Zagreb was made the capital of Croatia in response to its population boom following the Second World War. This explosion caused urban sprawl and the demand for rapid housing development which happened quickly, stressing the transportation and general urban infrastructure. Mobility is thus one of the prominent issues in Zagreb.

Population:

790 000

Current Initiatives:

Zagreb has created strategies like its City of Zagreb Development Strategy to address its mobility challenges. Zagreb also participates in partnerships with other European cities, namely the CH4LLENGE project, which improves sustainable urban mobility planning. Numerous pieces of legislation further advocate for the use of alternative methods of transport including public transportation, cycling and walking.

Area:

649.00km²

Unemployment rate:

6.20%

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By Alistair Young. ("National Theatre in Zagreb"). [CC-Attribution]

City challenges:

Milan/Turin

adam.pearson — Thu, 10 Apr 2014 10:10:09 +0000

Overview:

Regionally cooperating inland cities in Northern Italy:

Milan and Turin, both essential economic powerhouses of Italy, are proud of their continued innovative spirit to address local issues along with their magnificent cultural and historical riches. Addressing emerging development challenges is essential to maintaining the health of these strategic cities.

POCACITO WORKSHOPS:

Country:

Italy

Region:

inland

Reports:

Milan/Turin Initial Assessment Report

Milan Workshop Report

Turin Workshop Report

Milan Strategy Paper

Turin Strategy Paper

Milan Final Conference Poster

Turin Final Conference Poster

Background:

Not only is Milan an international icon of fashion and design but it also serves as the industrial, commercial and financial heart of Italy. The city’s post war economic boom attracted people the world over, making the Milan of today truly international. The city of Turin joins Milan and Genoa to create the famous “industrial triangle” of Italy, itself playing a major economic role for the country, most notably as the “Automobile Capital of Italy.”

City size:

mega-metropolitan area

Challenges:

Milan’s post-war economic boom created massive suburban sprawl and the realities of de-industrialization, gentrification and urban decay indicate that future development plans must take action to resolve these issues. Turin also took part in this boom and faces similar urban development challenges.

Population:

5 511 793

Current Initiatives:

In recent years, massive urban renewal projects have transformed former industrial areas into modern financial and residential districts in Milan. Regeneration projects such as CityLife continue to reshape the city as we know it. Turin’s Urban Recovery Programms (PRU), among others, renew publicly owned neighbourhoods suffering from urban decay, taking important steps to improved urban development.

The first workshop results for Milan can be found here.

Area:

311.93km²

Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei (FEEM) and Politecnico di Torino (POLITO) will be coordinating and developing post-carbon visions with local Milan and Turin stakeholders.

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("Milan Duomo Monument Italy Architecture Cowntown") [ Public Domain CC0]

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By Aubry Françon. ("View of the Alfama quarter in Lisbon, Portugal"). [CC-BY-SA-3.0]

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By Alistair Young. ("National Theatre in Zagreb"). [CC-Attribution]

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