TED Talks Daily 5 lessons on building an emissions-free city | Heidi Sørensen
Nov 7, 2022
Heidi Sørensen shares Oslo's groundbreaking approach to achieving an emissions-free city. She discusses the integration of electric machinery in construction and its impact on urban quality of life. The city aims for a remarkable 95% reduction in carbon emissions by 2030 through an innovative carbon budget. Key lessons include embracing green technology and creating low-emission urban planning. Oslo's journey serves as a blueprint for other cities aspiring to tackle climate change while enhancing living conditions for all.
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Quiet Construction
- Oslo's Klosterenga construction site uses electric machines and trucks.
- This reduces noise pollution, allowing a nearby kindergarten to operate undisturbed.
Better Cities
- Climate action improves cities and quality of life.
- Oslo's initiatives demonstrate this, leading to cleaner air, less noise, and safer streets.
Ambitious Targets
- Set ambitious climate targets measured in years, not decades.
- Oslo's 95% reduction target by 2030 spurred action across all departments.