Invisible women? In predominantly male sectors like energy and urban planning, women are mostly invisible players. Women, especially in developing countries, have little say over energy choices and the use of renewable energy given that culturally, men are the primary decision-makers. And yet women are still the primary household energy managers, which means energy poverty … [Read more...] about 2 Ways Sustainable Energy Could Make Cities Safer for Women
Tips from a gifted student: South Korea and its smart urbanization
The Future of Infrastructure is Sustainability
By Graham Watkins, Environmental and Safeguards Lead Specialist English | Español A large proportion of my time at the IDB is spent working with project teams on infrastructure projects to enhance sustainability through minimizing potential impacts and risks for people and the environment. As human populations have continued to grow and become increasingly urban, the demand … [Read more...] about The Future of Infrastructure is Sustainability
Urban Transport and Cycling: Lessons for LAC from Europe and the US
by Ralph Buehler, Associate Professor in Urban Affairs and Planning, Virginia Tech In promoting bicycling, mid-sized cities in Latin America and the Caribbean can learn from mistakes and successes in transport planning in other parts of the world. Some cities in Latin America, such as Bogota, already provide excellent regional examples. Moreover, US, Canadian, and Western … [Read more...] about Urban Transport and Cycling: Lessons for LAC from Europe and the US
Chinese Housing Development as a strategy for Economic Growth
por Laura Aguilera - Consultora del BID para proyectos de Desarrollo Urbano y Vivienda Recently, I watched a piece about the real estate bubble in China. I was struck by the amount of dwellings and cities that are currently empty, like a scene from a ghost town in an old western movie. China’s focus on urban development has not only focused on housing, but also the … [Read more...] about Chinese Housing Development as a strategy for Economic Growth