Future of Cities is a mission-driven organization and consortium dedicated to transforming communities worldwide through regenerative development.

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Alexa, play "Celebration" by Kool & the Gang. 😎 Can you guess why April is our favorite month? Not only is it our two-year anniversary but it's also #EarthMonth! πŸ’š This intersectionality is so symbolic of the synergy we strive to create between 🌎 and urban communities. (1/4)
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24 endangered species are at risk of extinction in the U.S. The urban environment is on track to expand by 1.3 MILLION square miles by 2050β€”how many species will be endangered (if not extinct) by then?
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Creating wildlife corridors, building microforests, developing responsibly & sharing educational programs are just a few ways we can take better care of our planet while still enjoying our cities. #FOCities #RegenerativePlacemaking #EndangeredSpecies #EndangeredSpeciesDay
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According to the Global Impact Investing Network, $502 billion has been impact-invested globally, with sustainable infrastructure as the most popular theme in 2020. And nearly 70% of the world's population is estimated to live in urban areas by 2050, so the demand will increase.
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Some of the most popular sectors for impact investments right now include renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and affordable housing. Because the cash in your pockets doesn't have to come from polluting profits. #FOCities #RegenerativePlacemaking #ImpactInvesting #ESG
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πŸ‘‰These 5 cities are creating the #Future by expanding access to the internet for ALL: 1 - #MunicipalBroadbandNetworks in Chattanooga, Tennessee
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The city utilizes its existing power grid infrastructure to deliver broadband connectivity, particularly in areas where traditional connectivity options are challenging.
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These examples demonstrate how cities around the world are adopting innovative approaches to expand internet access and promote digital inclusion among their residents. #FOCities #DigitalDivide #Telecommunications #WorldTelecommunicationAndInformationSocietyDay
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This one's for all the moms fighting for a more just & regenerative world for their kidsβ€”all while doing the tough work of raising the next generation. We support you and we celebrate you! πŸŽ‰ 🎀 @WinonaLaduke #FOCities #RegenerativePlacemaking #MothersDay #HappyMothersDay
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Why did we choose Little Haiti as the home for our FOC Hub? πŸ‘‡ πŸ“Έ: Miami and Beaches (1/3)
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Little Haiti in Miami embodies and inspires so much of what we hope to see in neighborhoods across the globe. Miami-Dade has the largest Haitian-American population in the U.S. and no neighborhood celebrates that as much as Little Haiti. (2/3)
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We look forward to further supporting the neighborhood with #RegenerativePlacemaking efforts. Check out what's happening at our HQ and within the local Haitian community this month here: focities.com/events/ #FOCities #HaitianHeritageMonth
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These 3 destinations are paving the way for #SustainableTourism 🌍 A thread (1/4) ⬇️ #FOCities #RegenerativePlacemaking #TourismWeek
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πŸ“ Bhutan: πŸ‘‰ The only carbon-negative country in the world πŸ‘‰ Committed to GNH and environmental conservation πŸ‘‰ National parks and wildlife sanctuaries make up more than 50% (3/4)
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πŸ“ The Azores, Portugal: πŸ‘‰ More than half of the energy is renewable πŸ‘‰ Farming is local and sustainable πŸ‘‰ Several initiatives protect their marine ecosystem (4/4)
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