The 15-Minute City: A Revolutionary Vision for Sustainable Urban Living?

Cities keep growing fast. This explosive growth creates traffic, pollution, and limited access to necessities. Urban planners seek ways to make city life more sustainable and equitable. One powerful strategy is the 15-minute city. It aims to place work, schools, shopping, and leisure all within a short walk or bike ride. This approach reduces car dependence, boosts quality of life, and nurtures a healthier environment. French-Colombian urban planner Carlos Moreno popularized this idea. It now shapes policies in global cities such as Paris, Melbourne, and Portland. What does this model entail? How does it function? What rewards and hurdles does … Continue reading The 15-Minute City: A Revolutionary Vision for Sustainable Urban Living?