Homo sapiens are a fast-growing species: The world’s population is expected to double in 61 years, putting further pressure on our resources and, as countries become increasingly urbanized, on our cities. The infrastructure of today’s cities won’t be able to cope, and governments, scientists, architects and engineers are looking for new solutions. Some are looking to building cities that are environmentally friendly; others are looking to create urban marvels to rival Dubai, a desert city where water flows lavishly and some of the world’s tallest buildings stand.
Loading ...
Cities of the Future, Part 1: The Self-Aware Metropolis
Posted by: Richard Adhikari March 23, 2010 05:00 AMHomo sapiens are a fast-growing species: The world’s population is expected to double in 61 years, putting further pressure on our resources and, as countries become increasingly urbanized, on our cities. The infrastructure of today’s cities won’t be able to cope, and governments, scientists, architects and engineers are looking for new solutions. Some are looking to building cities that are environmentally friendly; others are looking to create urban marvels to rival Dubai, a desert city where water flows lavishly and some of the world’s tallest buildings stand.