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Water scarcity and the need for reusing wastewater

Reclaimed water is becoming an attractive option for ensuring water security.

Making food safer and sustainable

Greater investments in science, technology and innovative practices can transform food systems, and ensure steady supplies, nutrition, and access

Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

The increase in cancer rates globally has been linked to prolonged exposure to environmental contaminants.

Living green walls are having a moment but face a steep challenge

Growing plants on the facades of buildings has numerous benefits for urban sustainability but there are several obstacles.

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Cultural resistance rises from the ruins of the Islamic State

A decade after Islamic State militants tried to destroy the rich history of Iraq and Syria, the hard work to rebuild the nations’ cultural heritage continues.

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Designing an office worth going back to

Building the workplaces of the future means rethinking how office space is used and what flexibility means.

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Working out how work now works

People’s connection to labour is facing big changes and big questions.

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If your city is sinking, why not make it float?

Floating cities are emerging as a possible solution for residents of many of the world’s sinking megacities, if they can be built and operated sustainably.

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Hot cities and the boomerang effect

Cities and their inhabitants are a main driver of climate change and, ironically, potentially the main victims. Here’s how that could be fixed.

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The urban jungle needs more trees

As cities grow and heat up, it’s time to get rid of your air-conditioner and have more plants in your homes.

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Searching for an Asian alternative to the colonial city

Cities in South and Southeast Asia share many characteristics and can learn from each other’s history, development trajectories and experiences.

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Town planners sidelined in Dhaka’s development

Depoliticised planning in Dhaka has meant a shift away from professional planners and public concerns.

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Indonesia’s capital move mirrors the Dutch

Leaving behind the troubled capital city is not a new development in Indonesia’s history.

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How not to build a tourism city

Despite its aesthetic appeal, the Iranian resort Majara is poised to be a sore point among local residents.

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Water scarcity and the need for reusing wastewater

Making food safer and sustainable

Environmental carcinogens threaten our wellbeing

Living green walls are having a moment but face a steep challenge

Cultural resistance rises from the ruins of the Islamic State

Designing an office worth going back to

Working out how work now works

If your city is sinking, why not make it float?

Hot cities and the boomerang effect

The urban jungle needs more trees

Searching for an Asian alternative to the colonial city

Town planners sidelined in Dhaka’s development

Indonesia’s capital move mirrors the Dutch

How not to build a tourism city

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