• 482 | Rethinking Urban Mobility with the 15-Minute City

  • Nov 5 2024
  • Length: 30 mins
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482 | Rethinking Urban Mobility with the 15-Minute City

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  • Host Mark Ambrogio welcomes John Hutchenreuther, a PhD student in the Department of Geography and Environment, to discuss the transformative potential of the "15-minute city" in urban planning. John’s research envisions a shift towards walkable cities, where essential amenities are accessible within a short walk or bike ride, making cars a choice rather than a necessity. He delves into the challenges in cities like London, Ontario, and explains how North American urban development, particularly after World War II, heavily favored car infrastructure. This, he notes, often left residential neighborhoods without local stores and services, compelling residents to drive for daily needs. John also discusses the inefficiencies of car-dominated roads, advocating for safer, more pedestrian-friendly environments that prioritize people over vehicles, ultimately fostering more sustainable and inclusive urban spaces.

    Recorded on October 29, 2024

    Produced by Mohammad Zeraati

    Theme song provided by https://freebeats.io/ (Produced by White Hot).
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