We are pleased to announce that the Urban Lab in Buenos Aires has been awarded third prize in the prestigious Urban Life (“Vida Urbana”) Urban Planning Competition.
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Who: Dr. Andrea Ramírez, Associate Academic Officer
When: 15-22 April 2024
Where: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Why: for Transformative Urban Coalitions (TUC)
Within the scope of the TUC interventions, and in conjunction with the School of Architecture, Design and Urban Planning - UBA, a collective action took place seeking not only to beautify the streets of Barrio 20 but also to change the way in whic
For her research with Transformative Urban Coalitions (TUC), Alejandra Ramos-Galvez uses innovative approaches to study perceptions conveyed through visual narratives on transformation towards inclusive, resilient and sustainable urban development
Cities play a key role in climate action. However, due to the magnitude and urgency of the challenges, traditional responses are insufficient to achieve the required change.
More than 80% of Latin America’s population lives in cities, making it one of the most urbanized areas in the world.
The 2024 Transformative Urban Coalitions (TUC) Photo Competition, concluded with overwhelming global participation, showcasing the beauty and challenges of urban sustainability.