Global Cities Take Action Against Climate Change: A Turning Tide in Urban Sustainability
In a groundbreaking move, several major global cities are adopting climate-positive strategies to reduce emissions. The C40 Cities initiative, representing over 90 cities worldwide, has pledged to halve emissions by 2030, with a focus on sustainable transport, energy-efficient buildings, and waste reduction. New York City, for instance, has unveiled its Climate Mobilization Act, aiming to […]
Adoption of Passive House Design for Energy Efficiency
Passive House design is redefining the architecture landscape with its focus on energy efficiency and occupant comfort. Originating in Germany, this approach has gained global recognition, with numerous projects in 2024 demonstrating its potential. Core Principles Passive House design emphasizes: Global Adoption Countries like the United States, Canada, and China are increasingly adopting Passive House […]
Sustainability: The Story of AMAALA and Red Sea Global’s Green Innovations
The AMAALA Resort, a flagship project under Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global (RSG), is redefining luxury tourism through a unique commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. As a core element of Saudi Vision 2030 , AMAALA exemplifies how luxury development and ecological preservation can coexist harmoniously, creating a blueprint for the global tourism industry. Building […]
Climate-Resilient Urban Development
Sheher Saaz’s Weekly Newsletter / Edition: 5 / December 24, 2024 World Bank Initiates $1 Billion Program for Climate-Resilient Urban Development The World Bank has launched a $1 billion program to help cities in the Global South enhance resilience against climate-induced disasters. The initiative, known as the Urban Climate Resilience Initiative, focuses on sustainable infrastructure, […]
COP29: A Turning Point for Climate Action
Sheher Saaz’s Weekly Newsletter / Edition: 4 / December 17, 2024 Global Perspectives COP29: A Turning Point for Climate Action The COP29 Azerbaijan Summit in Reykjavik has marked a significant milestone in climate diplomacy. Key decisions included a Global Carbon Tax Framework, ensuring a steady flow of funds to climate-impacted nations, and the ambitious plan […]
Notre Dame Cathedral: A Triumph of Resilience and Restoration
Sheher Saaz’s Weekly Newsletter / Edition: 3 / December 10, 2024 The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has reopened its doors after a painstaking five-year restoration following the devastating fire of April 2019. The project combined ancient craftsmanship with modern engineering, restoring its iconic spire and using fire-resistant oak and lead materials for its roof. […]
Unveiling the Vitality of the River Ravi: The Lifeline Sustaining Punjab’s Prosperity
River Ravi is Home to 52 Million People Almost 75% of the river basin is used for agriculture. The River Ravi is a major river in Pakistan that runs through the province of Punjab and is an important source of water for Lahore, the capital city of the province. The ecological role of the River […]
The Man Who Wants To Connect The World With Light
Courtesy Original Article Published on: https://medium.com/@janoschtroehler/the-man-who-wants-to-connect-the-world-with-light-a014bd697ce2 Prof. Dr. Suat Topsu has a vision: Connecting people around the world with the internet. That is not groundbreaking in itself, but the technology he promotes is Li-Fi. The idea behind Li-Fi (Light Fidelity) sounds astonishing: Using light to transmit data and establishing connections. “Whenever I tell people about […]
Seminar on Introduction of Industry 4.0, Smart City Lahore, Pakistan
Seminar on Introduction of Industry 4.0, Smart City Lahore, Pakistan. Institute of Planners Pakistan (IPP) in Collaboration with M/s Sheher Saaz (Pvt) Ltd., hosted a seminar on the topic “INTRODUCTION OF INDUSTRY 4.0, SMART CITY LAHORE, PAKISTAN” by Professor Byung Wan Jo. (Ph.D.) from Industry 4.0 Consulting Lab, Hanyang University, South Korea. Dr. Byung is […]
8 Cool Ideas for U.S. Cities, Courtesy of the Dutch
BY JENNY XIE@CANONIND An illuminated crosswalk designed to help drivers see pedestrians better.Photo via Lighted Zebra Crossing From Mondrian’s colorful, pared-down compositions to a bike- and weed-friendly culture, there’s a lot the Netherlands is known for. And recently, these cultural footings —as well as universal headaches like potholes and road safety—have inspired a number of […]