15 Minute Cities

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Let’s explore some of the most advanced 15-minute cities around the world, where residents can meet their daily needs within a short walk or bike ride from home:

1. Utrecht, Netherlands:

   • Utrecht has already implemented the 15-minute concept. Research based on data from 2019 to 2021 showed that almost 100% of the population in Utrecht can reach nine basic needs—such as food, health care, education, and sports—within 15 minutes by bike.

1. Barcelona, Spain:

   • Barcelona’s innovative ‘superblock’ approach has been successful. In the Poblenou neighborhood, this model led to a 31% increase in the number of ground-level commercial establishments, indicating a positive impact on commercial activity.

1. Buenos Aires, Argentina:

   • Buenos Aires is actively working to bring essential amenities to every neighborhood. Initiatives include creating one of the world’s largest car-free zones, improving walking and cycling infrastructure, and enhancing green spaces and fresh food markets.

1. Melbourne, Australia:

   • Melbourne began implementing a 20-minute pilot program in three areas. Their research found that 20 minutes is the maximum time people are willing to walk to meet their daily needs locally. The city established a Movement and Place framework that prioritizes people in transport planning.

1. Milan, Italy:

   • Milan is upgrading streetscapes through its open squares and roads programs, sustainable urban mobility plans, and introducing a 30 km/h city speed limit (down from 50 km/h) on 60% of the road network.

1. Paris, France:

   • Paris treats schools as neighborhood ‘capitals,’ enabling these properties to serve multiple functions alongside childhood education. The city also works to strengthen local commercial networks, services, and production under a ‘Produced in Paris’ brand.

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These cities demonstrate various approaches and good practices in achieving the 15-minute city vision. Each city adapts the concept to its unique context, emphasizing walkability, local amenities, and community well-being.