Insights on metropolitan governance

Delve into global best practices, new frameworks, and data insights about effective metropolitan governance in our new report series.

From foresight to action: Johannesburg’s path to a more inclusive and connected city
2025-10-14

By using modelling and scenario planning, the city is not only anticipating growth but reimagining how to build a more inclusive, sustainable, and connected urban form.

How Barcelona is reimagining the metropolitan city for all
A bold urban vision is reshaping how public space is conceived, built, and shared in the Metropolitan Area of Barcelona.2025-09-08

Wednesdays on the bus: how Jakarta is tackling gridlock
2025-08-03

Jakarta is transforming its mobility system through integrated public transport, smart traffic technology and bold civic policies. With these initiatives, the city is shifting travel habits and reducing car dependency, charting a new path for its urban mobility.

Nairobi: one million trees for the “green city in the sun”
2025-07-16

Nairobi is pursuing an ambitious goal to plant one million trees by 2032, aiming to raise its tree cover as part of Kenya’s national drive to combat climate change. Through community participation, school programs, and partnerships with businesses and civil society, the city is restoring lost green spaces, protecting water catchment areas, and improving urban resilience.

Safe streets, equal cities: Montevideo’s fight against sexual harassment
2025-07-02

Discover Montevideo's program to address sexual harassment in public spaces, "Montevideo Libre de Acoso". It combines public awareness efforts with accessible support services, aiming to create safer, more inclusive streets for everyone while advancing broader for gender equality.

The future of strategic foresight
An interview with JT Mudge2025-07-01

The future of regenerative cities
An interview with Areti Markopoulou2025-06-25

The future of urban data
An interview with Carlo Ratti2025-06-15