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Are you interested in the 24-hour city?

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Summary of the policy paper titled 24-hour cities network: Policy and strategy recommendations from 2023 by Andreina Seijas.

This is a great preparation for our next interviewee, Alby Bocanegra in ⁠episode 184⁠ talking the 24-hour city and its advantages.

Since we are investigating the future of cities, I thought it would be interesting to see whether we are missing out without a night-time city. This article emphasizes the significance of nighttime economy and governance in contemporary urban planning, offering practical recommendations for cities to thrive 24/7.

As the most important things, I would like to highlight 3 aspects:

1. The transformation of nighttime perception in cities, from being associated with crime to a vibrant time for economic and cultural activities, is a fundamental shift in urban planning.
2. The appointment of “night mayors” in over 60 cities worldwide highlights a proactive approach to governing and enhancing urban life during night hours, focusing on inclusivity and vibrancy.
3. The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the significance of the nighttime economy, particularly in culture, nightlife, and hospitality, revealing its vital role in the overall urban ecosystem.

Find the article through ⁠this link⁠.

Connecting episodes you might be interested in:

• ⁠No.090 – Interview with Matthew McCartney⁠ about economics and cities;
• ⁠No.106R – Smart cities as a platform for technological and social innovation in productivity, sustainability and livability⁠;

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