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[[Active Transit]] | |
| Active transit, also known as active transportation, refers to forms of transportation that rely on human power, such as walking, cycling, and using mobility aids like wheelchairs. It also includes using public transportation like buses, subways, and trams. Active transit encourages active living, as it requires physical activity, and it can help to improve public health, reduce air pollution, and decrease dependence on fossil fuels. | ||
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[[Age-Inclusive Communities]] | |
| An age-inclusive community is a community that is designed to be accessible and inclusive for people of all ages. | ||
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[[Agroforestry]] | |
| Agroforestry is a land-use management system that combines the cultivation of crops and/or animals with the management of trees and other woody plants. | ||
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[[Artificial Intelligence]] | |
| Artificial intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science that deals with the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think like humans and mimic their actions. | ||
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[[Autonomous Vehicles]] | |
| In the last few years, there has been a major shift in the outlook for autonomous vehicles, not just in the headlines, but with investment and a serious development effort from almost every player in the auto and industrial technology industries. | ||
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[[Business Continuity]] | |
| Business continuity refers to the processes and procedures an organization puts in place to ensure that critical business functions can continue during and after an unexpected disruption, such as a natural disaster, cyber attack, or power outage. | ||
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[[Business Models]] | |
| In October of 2016, Citigroup released a report INFRASTRUCTURE FOR GROWTH The dawn of a new multi-trillion dollar asset class estimating that the global market for infrastructure investments will reach $59 trillion within the next fifteen years. The report observed that transportation infrastructure would account for a large portion of this market. Cities that are able to establish themselves as viable “living laboratories” where new infrastructure and technologies can be deployed and tested will capture a larger portion of this economic pie. | ||
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[[Communications Networks]] | |
| Communications networks are systems of interconnected devices, technologies, and infrastructure that are used to transmit information and data between different points. They can be wired or wireless and can be used for various forms of communication such as voice, text, data, images, and video. | ||
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[[Communications and Broadband]] | |
| Communications and broadband are integral components of modern connectivity, playing a crucial role in the exchange of information, fostering global collaboration, and driving economic development. This page explores the definitions, technologies, and the impact of communications and broadband on societies around the world. | ||
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[[Community Development]] | |
| Community development is a broad term that refers to the process of improving the quality of life for the people living in a particular community. | ||
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[[Community Engagement]] | |
| Community engagement refers to the process of involving and working with members of a community to address issues and make decisions that affect the community. | ||
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[[Community Resilience]] | |
| Community resilience refers to the ability of a community to withstand, adapt to, and recover from adverse situations or shocks. These challenges can range from natural disasters and economic downturns to social and health crises. Resilient communities are better equipped to bounce back, maintain essential functions, and thrive in the face of adversity. | ||
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[[Connected Vehicles]] | |
| Connected urban speed electric AVs can operate without traffic signals. They can synchronize their behavior through vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications at junctions and can operate at safe speeds that change by location and road conditions. Vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communications can be used to
activate street lights, get updated route information, open doors, and receive scheduling information. | ||
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[[Conservation Agriculture]] | |
| Conservation agriculture (CA) is a farming system that emphasizes the use of sustainable practices to protect the natural resources and biodiversity, while maintaining or increasing crop yields. | ||
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[[Data Sovereignty]] | |
| Data sovereignty refers to the idea that individuals and organizations have the right to control their own data and determine how it is collected, stored, used, and shared. | ||
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[[Digital Twins]] | |
| A digital twin is a virtual representation of a physical object or system that can be used for various purposes such as simulation, analysis, and control. It is typically created using data from sensors and other sources to replicate the object's behavior and characteristics, and can be used for a wide range of applications, including manufacturing, aerospace, and infrastructure. | ||
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[[E-Worksite]] | |
| Construction sites are the source of material waste, visible dust, noise, and vibration. Construction and demolition sites also produce less obvious pollutants which are of serious concern for human health, namely NO2 and particulate matter. Combined with increasing urbanization trends and a fast-growing global population, it goes without saying that construction is here to stay. This chapter explores technologies that electrify construction equipment. | ||
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[[Economic Development]] | |
| Economic development refers to the process of improving the economic well-being and quality of life for a community by creating and retaining jobs, increasing the tax base and promoting sustainable economic growth. | ||
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[[Education and Training]] | |
| Education and training refers to the process of acquiring knowledge, skills, values, beliefs, and habits through various methods such as teaching, research, and self-study. | ||
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[[Efficiency and Productivity]] | |
| Efficiency and productivity are important factors in the functioning and success of cities. A city that is efficient and productive is able to provide its citizens with high-quality services, a strong economy, and a high standard of living. | ||
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[[Electric Cars Energy Savings]] | |
| Electric vehicles (EVs) can provide significant energy savings compared to traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. The exact amount of energy savings will depend on a variety of factors, including the specific EV model, the type of battery it uses, and the efficiency of the charging system. | ||
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[[Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure]] | |
| The electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure is still in the early stages of development, but it is growing rapidly as more and more people adopt EVs. | ||
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[[Electric and Hybrid Vehicles]] | |
| The availability of electric and hybrid vehicles (EVs and HEVs) has been increasing in recent years, as more manufacturers have begun to produce and market these types of vehicles. | ||
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[[Family Farming]] | |
| Family farming is a type of agricultural production that is owned and operated by a family, with most of the labor provided by family members. | ||
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[[Floods]] | |
| The intensity of extreme rainfall has “sharply” increased over the past 20 years. While floods can be more regional in nature, satellite data show hydroclimatic extreme events are increasing in frequency, duration, and extent under warming conditions. Warmer temperatures increase evaporation, putting more moisture into the atmosphere that then gets released as rain or snowfall. It is also expected that, as the climate warms, flash floods will get “flashier,” meaning that the timing of the floods will get shorter while the magnitude gets higher. | ||
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[[Freight]] | |
| Electrification and automation are transforming the freight transportation industry in a number of ways. | ||
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[[Geographic Location Systems]] | |
| A Geographic Location System (GLS) is a technology that uses various methods to determine the location of a device or object on the earth's surface. | ||
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[[High Speed Rail]] | |
| High-speed rail (HSR) is a type of train service that is designed to travel at speeds of over 125 miles per hour (200 km/h). | ||
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[[Hyperloop]] | |
| Hyperloop is a proposed mode of transportation that uses a high-speed train that travels through a vacuum-sealed tube. The idea was first proposed by Elon Musk in 2013, who suggested that the technology could be used to travel between major cities at speeds of up to 700 miles per hour. | ||
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[[Infrastructure]] | |
| The infrastructure of a city refers to the underlying physical systems and facilities that are necessary for the functioning of the city and the well-being of its residents. A typical city's infrastructure may include: | ||
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[[Intelligence Augmentation]] | |
| AI stands for Artificial Intelligence, and IA stands for Intelligence Augmentation. Both are related to the field of computer science, but they have different focuses. | ||
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[[Intelligent Building]] | |
| An Intelligent Building (IB) is a type of building that uses digital technology to improve the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability of building management. | ||
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[[Intelligent Transportation]] | |
| Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) refers to the use of advanced technologies such as sensors, communication networks, and data analytics to improve the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of transportation systems. | ||
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[[Knowledge Management]] | |
| Knowledge management is the process of storing, organizing, and sharing knowledge and information within an organization or group of people. The goal of knowledge management is to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization by making it easier for people to access and use relevant information and expertise. | ||
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[[Law and Order]] | |
| "Law and order" is a phrase that refers to the principles and system of governance that ensures that laws are created, enforced, and upheld in society. It is a concept that emphasizes the importance of maintaining peace, safety, and security through the rule of law. | ||
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[[Low Income Housing]] | |
| Low-income housing refers to housing that is intended for households with low incomes. | ||
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[[Measurement]] | |
| Wellbeing refers to a state of being happy, healthy, and comfortable in one's life. It encompasses a range of physical, mental, and emotional factors, and can be influenced by a variety of factors such as genetics, environment, and personal choices. | ||
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[[Measuring Transportation Performance]] | |
| The purpose of this wiki page is to explain the limitations of conventional transportation HKPIs and to promote the use of HKPIs for accessibility of services and resources in a city. The page aims to provide an overview of the benefits of using HKPIs for accessibility, examples of such metrics, and case studies of cities that have successfully implemented them. It also provides recommendations for cities and transportation planners to implement HKPIs for accessibility of services and resources in order to promote social equity and inclusion. | ||
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[[Mental Health]] | |
| Mental health refers to a person's overall well-being in relation to their emotional, psychological, and social functioning. It encompasses a wide range of mental states and conditions, including mood, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. | ||
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[[Mobile Device and Communications Networks]] | |
| Mobile communication networks are wireless communication networks that are used to support the transmission of voice, data, and other types of information to and from mobile devices, such as cellphones and tablets. Mobile communication networks are an essential component of modern telecommunications infrastructure, and they enable people to communicate and access information from anywhere at any time. | ||
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[[Mobility Hubs]] | |
| A mobility hub is a transportation facility that provides multiple modes of transportation and serves as a central point for people to connect to different types of transportation services. Mobility hubs can be located in urban, suburban, or rural areas and can include a range of transportation options, such as buses, trains, bicycles, electric scooters, and carsharing services. | ||
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[[Modular Buildings]] | |
| Modular building systems refer to the construction of buildings using prefabricated components that are assembled on site to form a complete structure. The history of modular building systems dates back to the 18th century, when the concept of prefabrication was first introduced. | ||
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[[Municipal Services]] | |
| Municipal services are a range of services provided by local governments to the residents of a city, town, or other municipality. | ||
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[[Open Source]] | |
| Open source refers to a type of software or technology whose source code is publicly available and can be modified and distributed by anyone. This means that the underlying code that makes the software or technology work is freely accessible to the public, and can be modified, improved, or distributed by anyone without the need for permission from the original creator. | ||
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[[Organic Farming]] | |
| Organic farming is a method of farming that focuses on using natural methods to grow crops and raise animals, without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs). | ||
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[[Organisation of Cities]] | |
| City governments are also typically organised into various bureaus, departments or agencies that are responsible for different functions and services. These may include departments or agencies responsible for public works, transportation, public safety, parks and recreation, health and human services, and other areas. | ||
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[[Permaculture]] | |
| Permaculture is a holistic design system that aims to create sustainable human settlements and agricultural systems by mimicking the patterns and relationships found in nature. | ||
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[[Physical Health]] | |
| Physical health refers to the overall well-being of the body and its systems, including the cardiovascular system, the musculoskeletal system, the respiratory system, and the digestive system. It is the ability of the body to perform daily activities, resist and recover from illnesses and injuries, and maintain balance and physical fitness. | ||
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[[Predictive Modeling]] | |
| Predictive modeling is a process of using statistical and machine learning algorithms to analyze historical data and make predictions about future events. | ||