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.
AGORA supports the Up Foundation’s PIPPILOTTA project: an Initiative for the future of toddlers
Our commitment to sustainable development and the creation of eco-responsible living spaces is also reflected in our partnership with Up Foundation for the PIPPILOTTA project. This innovative project, dedicated to children aged 0 to 6, aims to raise public awareness of the importance of the first years of life and…
The circular economy: an integral part of contemporary urban planning
Reducing waste, reusing materials as much as possible, using wastewater and other resources in successive cycles! These are just a few examples of the circular economy, a concept that is now applied to every urban development project at AGORA.
Metzeschmelz fir dech! Where heritage meets urban innovation
Metzeschmelz is about to experience a spectacular transformation. Coordinated by AGORA, this ambitious project aims to merge heritage and innovation, with an emphasis on sustainability, urban mobility and social inclusion. An inspiring exchange between Yves Biwer and young visionaries outlines a future where green practices and social cohesion define everyday…