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News, views and intelligence from cross-sector leaders, discussing the future cities and the role of real estate, identifying & responding to key challenges facing the industry.

Greater Manchester’s sustainable future must leave no one behind
It’s widely believed that net-zero investment into city-regions can simultaneously lower carbon emissions and secure economic prosperity, boosting living standards for all. When put like this, it seems like a simple solution. A focus on sustainable development and low-carbon communities will support growth, create green jobs and support the levelling up of city regions while …Continue reading "Greater Manchester’s sustainable future must leave no one behind"
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We need strong partnerships more than ever to aid London’s recovery
In difficult times, we need strong partners that support us through those challenges – that’s true both in our personal lives and in professional endeavours. Many would agree that the last few years have been defined by change and uncertainty. So the question on everyone’s minds will inevitably revolve around what the impact will be …Continue reading "We need strong partnerships more than ever to aid London’s recovery"
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Bankside Yards, the UK’s first major regeneration project with zero carbon emissions in operation – how local solutions can help fight a global problem
Felicity Masefield, Development Executive at Native Land explains why Native Land wanted to set a new standard in sustainability for major mix-use developments and how they are achieving this.Read More

A circular economy for buildings tackles climate change and waste
Josh Newton, Cities Activation Manager at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation discusses how we can create and use buildings, to allow us to explore new ways of ensuring long-term prosperity.Read More

From the industrial revolution to the circular revolution: Glasgow’s role in circularity and as COP26 hosts
Alison McRae, Senior Director at Glasgow Chamber of Commerce, discusses Glasgow’s circular practices and its legacy as hosts for the much-anticipated COP26, that brings global leaders together to discuss the climate crisis.Read More

Making Westminster a safe place for active travel
Debbie Jackson, Executive Director of Growth, Planning and Housing at Westminster City Council highlights the ways in which the Council have achieved their commitments to making cleaner and greener spaces by encouraging active travel, and meeting their carbon neutral targets by 2030.Read More

Future Streets
Barbara Chesi, Programme Director, New London Architecture discusses ‘Future Streets’, the 2019 exhibition and publication investigating the impact and opportunity of technology and new mobility in London.Read More

40 Ideas Revisted: Canaries – making the invisible visible
We revisit ’40 Ideas for London’, a call out for ideas to shape a better London sketched on napkins. LTS Architects propose a publicly accessible response to air pollution in London.Read More

East Wick + Sweetwater: A case study for active spaces
James Zamchick, Sales, Marketing and Commercial Director at East Wick + Sweetwater explains how EW+S has created a new community that connects Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park with Hackney Wick, promoting new green spaces alongside mixed housing.Read More

Project Spotlight: Enfield’s healthy streets programme
Bob Doyle, Head of Economic Development at Enfield Council, outlines how the Healthy Streets programme has enabled residents to become more active in the borough and paving the way for future generations to follow suit.Read More

Transforming the borough
Cllr Clyde Loakes, Deputy Leader and Member for Environment, London Borough of Waltham Forest describes how the Enjoy Waltham Forest Programme demonstrates a pioneering approach to improving public realm by promoting walking, cycling and sustainable transport.Read More

Duncan Walker
Duncan is co-founder and CEO of Skyports, a leading pioneer for locating, building, owning and operating vertiports within urban environments and implementing end-to-end drone deliveries. Mishcon de Reya · Propertyshe podcast – Duncan WalkerListen Now

Charlie Green
Charlie is Co-CEO of The Office Group (TOG), which he founded in 2003 with Co-CEO Olly Olsen. Mishcon de Reya · Propertyshe Podcast – Charlie GreenListen Now

Mark Robinson
With a career in retail property spanning nearly 30 years Mark is a high profile thought leader in the field of placemaking and the challenges and opportunities that our town centres and retail places face. Mishcon de Reya · Propertyshe podcast – Mark RobinsonListen Now

Natasha Guerra
As CEO of the successful coworking hub, Runway East, and Chair of the ICE List, Natasha’s core interests lie in nurturing high-growth startups and building collaborative tech communities. Originally published in 2019Listen Now