Urban Future.

Naar aanleiding van mijn vorige post over TU Delft > Rotterdam kreeg ik veel leuke reacties over het fenomeen ‘university-led urban regeneration’. En de vraag naar inspirerende, internationale voorbeelden 🌎. Die zijn er zeker. In deze infographic vijf projecten. Niet per se succesvol in alle opzichten, maar ieder wel met een interessante invalshoek. Wat opvalt, is dat dit discours (nog) sterk Angelsaksisch is – en dat heeft zeker te maken met de financiering van hoger onderwijs. Afgelopen MIPIM zagen we nog een paneldiscussie waarin werd gesteld dat de grote steden in het VK niet genoeg doen met hun hoger onderwijsinstellingen. Er zijn veel Amerikaanse voorbeelden – en dat heeft ook weer te maken met de urgentie om downtowns nieuw leven in te blazen. Er wordt in deze tijd veel verwacht van kennisinstellingen in het oplossen van complexe (maatschappelijke) vraagstukken, het aanjagen van economische groei, het op nieuwe manieren werken met de samenleving (quadruple helix, living labs, etc), en dus ook als aanjagers van stadsvernieuwing. Maar wat mag er wederkerig verwacht worden van bestuurders in onze steden? Op 6 juni a.s. vervolgen we dit gesprek in een interactieve paneldiscussie tijdens Urban Future. in Rotterdam. We zien je graag daar! #stickycities #universityledregeneration #talent.

Rotterdam in the spotlight - continued! 🌟 Join us this June at Urban Future for an immersive and exclusive exploration of Rotterdam’s urban wonders. Take a look at this week's unveiling. As part of the conference, you can choose from a total of 35 captivating field trip options — here are a few of them: 🌐 Explore the CitiVerse ☀️ Morning rooftop hop 🏙️ Urban regeneration 1: Rotterdam South 📦 IKEA’s multifunctional hub in Amsterdam 👚 Sustainable garment tour 🔎 Public space detective tour 🚲 Pedelec tour to Rotterdam's fields and farms Ignite your curiosity and passion! Let’s experience Rotterdam's vibrant landscape together! 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/ghf_UTdp 🎟️ 💙 Rotterdam Ahoy | June 5-7, 2024 🩷 With your ticket, you can officially register for field trips on May 7! We'll keep you updated.

Looking for an urbanism conference this summer? Here are three suggestions for this summer in some of my favorite cities: Bratislava, Rotterdam, and Ghent. 🤸 Start with Children Summit | 28–29 May 2024 | Bratislava Inspiring decision makers to lead with children’s health and wellbeing approach to shaping cities and build new networks for partnerships and collaborations. Some of the speakers: Jan Gehl, Ankita Chachra, Gil (Guillermo) Penalosa. Link: https://lnkd.in/eXmhUFeY 🌳 Urban Future. | 5-7 June 2024 | Rotterdam Hosted in a different city each year, thousands of #CityChangers from all over the world share how they create transformation and which mistakes are made, accelerating change and successfully shaping the future of our cities. Some of the speakers: Margaret Heffernan, Rutger Bregman, Jorn Wemmenhove, Janet Sanz Link: https://urban-future.org/ 🚲 Velo-city conference | 18-21 June 2024 | Ghent Where advocates, cities, policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders meet to shape the future of cycling and sustainable urban development. Some of the speakers: Janette Sadik-Khan, Will Butler-Adams (CEO Brompton Bicycle), Ole Kassow (Founder Cycling Without Age), Henk Swarttouw, Cyprine Odada Link: https://lnkd.in/ek8CKQ8T -- Photo: From last year's Urban Future in Stuttgart.

Do you have 30 minutes to spend on the future of your city?  Join us tomorrow as we dive into all things #iCapitalAwards! 🏆   Why should your city apply? Urban Future is teaming up with the @European Innovation Council and SMEs to bring you all the info and benefits! (Including I million € for your city! 💶)   📅 Date: April 24 🕒 Time: 10:30am 📍 Location: LinkedIn Live: https://lnkd.in/dPvNC_jD   📝 Agenda: - Introducing the iCapital Awards: Jorge Canovas Montoya - Exploring Warsaw’s Journey: Marcin Adamski, Head of the Smart City Projects Division - Past Winners: What sets them apart? Jorge Cánovas Montoya - Insights from Padova: Tiziana Grossele, European Projects Office - Wrapping it up: Why you should not miss this opportunity! - How to apply? Insider tips from Jorge Canovas Montoya - Q&A: Your questions to the organisers and previous runners-up cities, moderated by Mathis Hampel We're looking forward to seeing you there! 👋 

On Earth Day, I have 1 wish: We don’t need 10% of us to live a fully sustainable life. We need 100% of us to make small sustainable choices every day. I wish everyone took a small green step today and every day. A year from here on, the compound effect can be unignorable. PS: Do you have any special plans today? I am speaking to thousands of people from KPMG India online. Thanks, Aware Animals for the great picture. #earthday #circulareconomy #sustainability

Happy Earth day!🌱   Today, as we celebrate the beauty and resilience of our planet, let's renew our commitment to building sustainable and thriving urban communities. Did you know that cities cover 3% of the earth’s surface but are responsible for 70% of global energy consumption? That’s why we need to change our cities for the better. But how?   At Urban Future we learn from the best of the best when it comes to tackling important #sustainability questions. Let’s take action to protect and preserve our precious planet for future generations—every step counts.    Together, we can make a difference.

There's more of Rotterdam to discover! 🏃🏻♂️🚴♀️💃🏻   This June at Urban Future, you’ll dive deep into the heart of urban #innovationand #sustainability. From green initiatives to morning swims to architectural landmarks, these field trips are designed to inspire and educate.  🚶🏻♀️ Climate Adaptation Walk 💯 Rotterdam the past 100 years 🏊♀️ Hangover morning swim 🏙️ Urban regeneration 2: Merwe-Vierhaven 🔝 Rotterdam’s top attractions 🏃🏻♂️ Two bridges morning run 🎨 Touring Rotterdam's world-famous street art 🌊 Floating City tour Every week, we’ll introduce you to more from the 35+ field trip options at Urban Future 2024! This is week 2! Mark your calendars - don't miss this opportunity to experience Rotterdam's vibrant urban landscape firsthand! 📅 https://lnkd.in/dWFeU-Rh 💙 Rotterdam Ahoy | June 5-7, 2024 🩷

Jump on board and let’s change lives in Rotterdam together! 🤜🤛 Introducing Urban Future's Field Trip #22 - it shines a light on 3 social entrepreneurs (heroes) of Rotterdam:   👩🌾 Rotterdamse Munt ... provides a range of eco-friendly daytime activities specializing in Nature and Environmental Education. ⛹♀️ Sportspullenbank Nederland … collects and redistributes second-hand sports gear, ensuring everyone can engage in physical activity. 👨🍳 Rotterdamsche Werken … is dedicated to empowering disadvantaged youth, including those with disabilities.   Check out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/d6UbjRxw   As you can see, we do not only visit them. Together with Rotterdam Partners we are determined to boost their impact together with YOU! Your contribution will help enrich the lives of disadvantaged youth. Support them now: https://lnkd.in/djV47dQn   We'll share even more info in the next weeks and you'll have a chance to meet these entrepreneurs at our Expo area during the conference! See you there.    Let's make it happen! 💪  Rotterdam. Make It Happen. | Rotterdam Partners | Gemeente Rotterdam | Brenda Kamphuis | Larissa Molenaar

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🌍 When facing immense global challenges, 𝗥𝗼𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗺. 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗔𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱. How is the city working on shaping a sustainable, resilient and inclusive future for all? By being a hub for entrepreneurship, groundbreaking best practices and lessons learned in green tech and social inclusion. A future-proof city where every citizen is living the good life. Dive into it: https://lnkd.in/eDeaPhiZ. Gemeente Rotterdam | Port of Rotterdam | World Energy Congress | World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition | Urban Future. #RotterdamStepsAhead