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15-Minute City: A new way of living together
Carlos Moreno proposed the 15-min city in 2016 as a model for a city where citizens can meet their daily needs within a 15-minute distance. The 15-Minute City concept was awarded the 2021 Obel Prize for the concept’s contribution to creating sustainable and people-centred urban environments.
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Carlos Moreno proposed the 15-min city in 2016 as a model for a city where citizens can meet their daily needs within a 15-minute distance. The 15-Minute City concept was awarded the 2021 Obel Prize for the concept’s contribution to creating sustainable and people-centred urban…
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In the heart of urban planning and modern technology lies the concept of the “15-Minute City.” This innovative approach aims to revolutionise the way we live, work, and interact within our cities. The idea is simple yet profound: to create a city where every essential service and amenity is accessible within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from home. The 15-Minute City concept has its roots in the work of Carlos Moreno , a professor at the Sorbonne in Paris.
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Moreno’s vision was to address the issues of urban sprawl, traffic congestion, and social isolation that plague many modern cities. His idea was to create a more compact, connected, and sustainable urban environment. The concept will break the hegemony of the automobile and reintroduce the qualities of the historic city in contemporary urban planning. Also read: LG’s strategic Athom buyout boosts smart home AI Implementing a 15-Minute City involves a multi-faceted approach:
Key Points
- Carlos Moreno proposed the 15-min city in 2016 as a model for a city where citizens can meet their daily needs within a 15-minute distance.
- The 15-Minute City concept was awarded the 2021 Obel Prize for the concept’s contribution to creating sustainable and people-centred urban environments.
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