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The Future of Cities: A Data-Driven Approach to Tackling Grand Challenges and Building Sustainable, Resilient Communities
Our Cities, Our A Data-Driven Path to Sustainability
Cities face immense challenges but hold extraordinary potential for transformation. The Future of A Data-Driven Approach to Tackling Grand Challenges and Building Sustainable, Resilient Communities explores how place leaders — mayors, urban visionaries, and catalysts — can harness data and citizen science to address critical issues and create thriving urban communities.
Key insights Leveraging data-driven decision-making to tackle challenges linked to sustainability, water, the environment, public transportation, health, education, poverty and safety.Real-world examples and actionable steps for building equitable, resilient cities.Citizen science as a tool to ignite collaboration and collective intelligence in urban planning.Embrace the Potential. Transform Your City.
Cities face immense challenges but hold extraordinary potential for transformation. The Future of A Data-Driven Approach to Tackling Grand Challenges and Building Sustainable, Resilient Communities explores how place leaders — mayors, urban visionaries, and catalysts — can harness data and citizen science to address critical issues and create thriving urban communities.
Key insights Leveraging data-driven decision-making to tackle challenges linked to sustainability, water, the environment, public transportation, health, education, poverty and safety.Real-world examples and actionable steps for building equitable, resilient cities.Citizen science as a tool to ignite collaboration and collective intelligence in urban planning.Embrace the Potential. Transform Your City.
272 pages, Paperback
Published January 8, 2025
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March 18, 2025
The Future of Cities: A Data-Driven Approach to Tackling Grand Challenges and Building Sustainable, Resilient Communities – Fatime Barbara Hegyi, PhD
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👉In today’s rapidly evolving world, cities are at the forefront of both challenges and solutions. From climate change and sustainability to public health, safety, and infrastructure, the urban landscape is constantly shifting. The Future of Cities by Fatime Barbara Hegyi, PhD is a powerful, insightful, and deeply researched exploration of how data-driven decision-making can help build cities that are equitable, resilient, and sustainable.
👉What sets this book apart is its practical and evidence-based approach. Instead of just discussing urban issues in broad terms, Hegyi provides real-world examples, case studies, and actionable solutions that city leaders, planners, and even everyday citizens can implement. The book covers a wide range of topics, including:
✅ Sustainable urban development and environmental impact
✅ Smart cities and technology-driven solutions
✅ Public transportation, mobility, and infrastructure
✅ Education, healthcare, and social equity
✅ Citizen science and the role of communities in shaping their own cities
👉One of the book’s most compelling arguments is the importance of data in urban planning. By leveraging analytics, technology, and collaborative intelligence, cities can make better, more informed decisions that directly benefit their populations. But beyond the numbers, Hegyi also emphasizes the human aspect of city-building—ensuring that policies and innovations truly serve all members of society, especially marginalized communities.
👉Another standout aspect is the book’s focus on citizen participation. Rather than relying solely on government initiatives, Hegyi champions the power of communities in shaping urban development. From grassroots movements to digital platforms that encourage public engagement, she highlights how ordinary people can play a crucial role in transforming their cities.
Happy reading 😁 😁
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Rating:5/5
Review:
👉In today’s rapidly evolving world, cities are at the forefront of both challenges and solutions. From climate change and sustainability to public health, safety, and infrastructure, the urban landscape is constantly shifting. The Future of Cities by Fatime Barbara Hegyi, PhD is a powerful, insightful, and deeply researched exploration of how data-driven decision-making can help build cities that are equitable, resilient, and sustainable.
👉What sets this book apart is its practical and evidence-based approach. Instead of just discussing urban issues in broad terms, Hegyi provides real-world examples, case studies, and actionable solutions that city leaders, planners, and even everyday citizens can implement. The book covers a wide range of topics, including:
✅ Sustainable urban development and environmental impact
✅ Smart cities and technology-driven solutions
✅ Public transportation, mobility, and infrastructure
✅ Education, healthcare, and social equity
✅ Citizen science and the role of communities in shaping their own cities
👉One of the book’s most compelling arguments is the importance of data in urban planning. By leveraging analytics, technology, and collaborative intelligence, cities can make better, more informed decisions that directly benefit their populations. But beyond the numbers, Hegyi also emphasizes the human aspect of city-building—ensuring that policies and innovations truly serve all members of society, especially marginalized communities.
👉Another standout aspect is the book’s focus on citizen participation. Rather than relying solely on government initiatives, Hegyi champions the power of communities in shaping urban development. From grassroots movements to digital platforms that encourage public engagement, she highlights how ordinary people can play a crucial role in transforming their cities.
Happy reading 😁 😁
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