Egypt – Protecting the Nile Delta
This post was originally published on UNDPWith support from the Green Climate Fund and UNDP, Egypt is protecting its people and its economy from the devastating impacts of sea-level rise. Image: URL: https://undp-climate.exposure.co/gcf-egyptSection: Human...
How Can Circular Economies Benefit Smart Cities?
At first glance, it may seem like comparing the cycle of the natural world to our current version of a capitalist economy might be like comparing apples and bicycles. But when we look a little closer, there are some striking similarities— and perhaps more importantly, differences— that we can put in relief next to one another to illuminate both.
Government Initiatives Aim to Make Recycling Easier
A stunning 292.4 million tons of waste was generated in 2018, which breaks down to almost 5 pounds per person every day. Of that waste, 94 million tons were recycled or composted. What happens to the rest?Over 146 million tons end up in landfills.About 35 million tons is burned to create a source of energy.The […]
Global Mobility Call: A Holistic Smart Mobility Event
Recently, bee smart city were fortunate enough to visit the Spanish capital of Madrid and explore the Global Mobility Call, a holistic mobility event that aimed to unlock the future of smart mobility and address some of the biggest challenges that the transport industry will be facing over the next few years. Read more about sustainable mobility, transportation and the effects for the future: