38 min
#44 Bristol & UK Urban Futures Commission: Building Efficient Cities For A Just Transition Smart in the City – The BABLE Podcast
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In this episode, our journey leads us once more to the United Kingdom, where we met and discussed with Marvin Rees, the Mayor of Bristol, UK.
With him, we talked about urban development, climate action, leadership in cities and the importance of a just transition in the face of climate change.
He also told us about the UK Urban Futures Commission, an initiative led by Core Cities UK and Lloyds Banking Group, to develop a transformative national plan for the future of UK cities.
Download the Commission's "Unleashing the potential of the UK's cities" report here.
Overview of the episode:
01:13 - Teaser: our guest describes Bristol and the UK Urban Futures Commission in three words.
02:26 - What is Marvin's background, and how did it bring a unique perspective to his work?
10:54 - What is the UK Urban Futures Commission? What is the primary topic or issue that it is dedicated to addressing?
16:10 - How can cities use the knowledge shared by the Commission and put it into practice?
18:38 - Strategies and projects in Bristol aimed at mitigating environmental challenges while also fostering economic growth
23:51 - What tips does our guest have to give about leadership in cities?
35:05 - Hot Take of the Day: we hear an opinion from our guest that may be slightly controversial or debated
37:03 - Ending Question: To you, what is a Smart City?
Like our show? Remember to subscribe and rate it!
Want to join us for an episode? Contact our host Tamlyn Shimizu.
And for more insights, join our Smart City Community!
In this episode, our journey leads us once more to the United Kingdom, where we met and discussed with Marvin Rees, the Mayor of Bristol, UK.
With him, we talked about urban development, climate action, leadership in cities and the importance of a just transition in the face of climate change.
He also told us about the UK Urban Futures Commission, an initiative led by Core Cities UK and Lloyds Banking Group, to develop a transformative national plan for the future of UK cities.
Download the Commission's "Unleashing the potential of the UK's cities" report here.
Overview of the episode:
01:13 - Teaser: our guest describes Bristol and the UK Urban Futures Commission in three words.
02:26 - What is Marvin's background, and how did it bring a unique perspective to his work?
10:54 - What is the UK Urban Futures Commission? What is the primary topic or issue that it is dedicated to addressing?
16:10 - How can cities use the knowledge shared by the Commission and put it into practice?
18:38 - Strategies and projects in Bristol aimed at mitigating environmental challenges while also fostering economic growth
23:51 - What tips does our guest have to give about leadership in cities?
35:05 - Hot Take of the Day: we hear an opinion from our guest that may be slightly controversial or debated
37:03 - Ending Question: To you, what is a Smart City?
Like our show? Remember to subscribe and rate it!
Want to join us for an episode? Contact our host Tamlyn Shimizu.
And for more insights, join our Smart City Community!
38 min