Urban Planning

In the heart of two industrial powerhouses, Birmingham and Yekaterinburg, a silent revolution is underway. These cities, both burdened with the environmental legacy of their industrial past, are charting distinct paths towards sustainable urban devel

In the bustling city of Kumasi, Ghana, where traffic congestion and environmental concerns are growing, a new study offers a glimpse into how park-and-ride (P&R) systems could revolutionize urban mobility. Led by Emmanuel Dzisi from the Department of

In the heart of South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province, a groundbreaking study is reshaping our understanding of food and nutrition security, with implications that ripple far beyond the agricultural sector. Led by Mallika Sardeshpande from the Centre

In the heart of Europe, a quiet revolution is taking place, one that could reshape the future of urban development and energy efficiency. At the forefront of this transformation is Frank Schwartze, a professor at the Technical University of Applied S

In the wake of escalating global crises, the concept of urban resilience has emerged as a cornerstone for sustainable development and recovery. Yet, as cities around the world grapple with unprecedented challenges, a critical question arises: Are our

In the heart of India’s Silicon Valley, Bengaluru, a pressing issue looms large: urban mobility. As the city grapples with rapid urbanization and a burgeoning population, the reliance on private vehicles has surged, leading to crippling traffic conge

In the heart of Iran’s Sistan and Baluchestan Province, the city of Saravan grapples with a pressing challenge: how to foster sustainable development amid rapid urbanization and dwindling resources. A recent study, led by Abdolsalam Sepahian, a Ph.D.

In the heart of Iran’s historic city of Tabriz, a quiet revolution is taking root—one that promises to reshape urban landscapes and redefine the way cities approach sustainability. At the forefront of this movement is Zahra Nobar, a PhD student in Ur

In the quest for sustainable urban mobility, Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) has long been the domain of major cities. But what about smaller cities, where space is tight, demand is lower, and governance is fragmented? A new study published in *European Tran

In the heart of Nigeria, the city of Osogbo is growing rapidly, and with this urban expansion comes an invisible but significant challenge: the Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect. A recent study published in the African Journal on Land Policy and Geospat