Introducing the 15 minute city (Moreno)

Question 1

Concept of 15 minute city

Answer 1

proximity based services and a 15-minute radius for accessing daily necessities. Aims to make urban areas more walkable and self-sufficient and reducing the reliance on private cars thus improving quality of life.

Question 2

variations of the 15 minute city

Answer 2

1. 15 minute walkable neighborhoods: aims to provide basic amenities within 15-minute walk
2. the 20-minute city: same as 15-minute city but 20 minutes. differs because has more emphasis on access to opportunities and may not emphasize social interactions and participation as strong as 15 minute city

Question 3

Technology concepts 15-minute city

Answer 3

1. smart city concept
2. IoT Devices
3. Improve quality of life
4. Ecological sustainability
5. Social interaction and participation
6. place identity and branding
7. health and well-being
8. optimal land use

Question 4

Four concepts of the 15-minute city

Answer 4

1. Density: have a lot of people and services in the same place
2. Proximity: ensure that essential services are located within a short distance
3. Diversity: mixed-use neighborhoods that provide a blend of residential, commercial and entertainment components
4. Digitalization: promote services like online shopping, virtual communications/workspaces but also technology for spatial questions