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Sayesha, you've captured the essence of the changing dynamics of work and how it intertwines with our choices of residence in the face of climate change.
But for projects like NEOM, I do have some reservations. Often, these mega-projects, while marketed as sustainable utopias, tend to overlook ecological nuances. The sheer scale and ambition can sometimes lead to unintended consequences, potentially doing more harm to the environment than good.
That said, the broader point you make about cities retrofitting themselves to be more sustainable and attractive is spot on. It's not just about building new; it's about rejuvenating and reimagining the old in harmony with nature.
The latter half sounds remotely like the 15-minute city concept (https://www.15minutecity.com/) where the idea is to having everything in the city at a 15 minute walk/bike distance away from your home.
Sayesha, you've captured the essence of the changing dynamics of work and how it intertwines with our choices of residence in the face of climate change.
But for projects like NEOM, I do have some reservations. Often, these mega-projects, while marketed as sustainable utopias, tend to overlook ecological nuances. The sheer scale and ambition can sometimes lead to unintended consequences, potentially doing more harm to the environment than good.
That said, the broader point you make about cities retrofitting themselves to be more sustainable and attractive is spot on. It's not just about building new; it's about rejuvenating and reimagining the old in harmony with nature.
Have an amazing trip to Vietnam! Safe travels!
The latter half sounds remotely like the 15-minute city concept (https://www.15minutecity.com/) where the idea is to having everything in the city at a 15 minute walk/bike distance away from your home.