The Rise of the 15-Minute City: Urban Planning and Mobility by 2035
As an intown resident of Atlanta, I’ve experienced firsthand the transformative power of urban planning. Thanks to the Atlanta Beltline, I can walk to three grocery stores, bike around most of the city, and stroll to vibrant shops, nightlife and restaurants.
My daily life embodies the “15-minute city” concept — let’s explore how this idea is reshaping cities and why it’s crucial for our future.
In their new white paper “The Future of Mobility 5.0,” global management consulting firm Arthur D. Little presents a comprehensive analysis of the evolving urban mobility landscape.
The report, which draws on extensive research and expert insights, explores innovative solutions to create more sustainable, resilient, and human-centric mobility systems. Among the key concepts examined is the “15-minute city,” a revolutionary urban planning model that promises to transform how we live, work, and move within our cities.
Rethinking Urban Mobility
In an era of rapid urbanization and growing environmental concerns, cities worldwide are grappling with challenges that seem insurmountable: traffic congestion, air pollution, social inequality, and the looming threat of climate change.
