Urban crisis management: innovative strategies for security in big cities
A Resilient and Technological Approach for the Cities of the Future
Urban crisis management requires an innovative approach, combining resilience with new technologies to improve security in large cities.
Urban Resilience
Urban resilience is critical for adapting to crisis situations, such as pandemics, climate change, droughts, heat waves, and floods. It combines structural and social flexibility for an effective response.
Safety and security
Citizens in metropolises need protection against cyber and terrorist attacks, as well as tools to manage natural disasters. Projects such as the Rockefeller Foundation’s 100 Resilient Cities aim to promote urban resilience globally, focusing on transportation, urban planning and waste management.
National and international examples
Cities such as those in Japan or the Netherlands are examples of urban resilience, with earthquake-resistant buildings and floating houses.
In Italy, Bologna, with the BlueAp project, is a model of a city actively addressing emerging urban challenges.
Technology in the service of the city
Smart cities employ advanced technologies to improve services such as transportation and healthcare, using algorithms and artificial intelligence for urban livability.
Future perspectives
Future cities will face challenges such as climate change, resource depletion and cyber attacks, requiring careful and resilient design. Innovative urban security strategies require a mix of resilience, advanced technology and proactive planning to effectively deal with urban crises.