Turning brownfield sites into urban neighborhoods: how legal hurdles become pathways for development
Transforming a brownfield site into an urban neighborhood is a complex process shaped by numerous regulations and laws—demanding yet full of potential, say Michael Caracciolo, legal expert at AGORA, and Yves Biwer, Managing Director of the Metzeschmelz urban district project.
Innovative neighborhoods through micro-mobility and next-generation transportation
Working hand in hand on public transportation for the southern region, AGORA and CFL are exploring bold solutions, such as introducing autonomous shuttles designed to complement train services and fit seamlessly with the increasing use of micro-mobility options. And that’s just the beginning!
Low-Carbon Urban Neighborhoods: It can be done!
Drastically reducing the carbon footprint of AGORA’s urban neighborhoods isn’t just a priority—it’s already happening, thanks to a blend of sustainable mobility choices and the circular use of water and energy resources.
Young people’s vision for Metzeschmelz: a fresh public space!
“In my opinion, it is essential to take into account the voices of young people, who dream of many public spaces designed for them in the future Metzeschmelz district.” These are the words of AGORA urban planner Zahira Malyani, who has become the voice of young people, passionately expressing their…
Sustainable management of rainwater and wastewater, a necessity of our time
To create the sustainable neighbourhoods of tomorrow, AGORA is developing a new water management strategy, based in particular on innovative solutions for the retention and reuse of rainwater and wastewater. ‘It's all about protecting and making the best use of our most precious resource,’ explain AGORA colleagues Alexandre Londot, Yves…
METZESCHMELZ FIR DECH – YOUTH FORUM IN METZESCHMELZ: OR HOW YOUNG PEOPLE ARE SHAPING THE FUTURE OF OUR DISTRICT
On 5 July, the Youth Forum transformed the Metzeschmelz industrial site into an incubator for ideas. The event, organised by AGORA, invited the younger generation to take ownership of this future district, putting forward innovative ideas and tackling the challenges of sustainable urban planning.