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20124 minPGnews

Technology Innovation

Urban Ingenuity: Infrastructure

20124 minPGnews

Edwin Heathcote presents the FT/Citi Ingenuity Awards for innovative infrastructure improvements.

Technology Innovation

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Channel: Financial Times

Urban Ingenuity: Infrastructure

2012• 4 minPG

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Edwin Heathcote presents the FT/Citi Ingenuity Awards for innovative infrastructure improvements.

Synopsis

Edwin Heathcote, architecture critic, introduces the FT/Citi Ingenuity Awards, which focus on enhancing and improving infrastructure to make cities better, smarter, and more livable. The awards highlight innovative developments in various areas, including high-tech communications and essential services. This initiative aims to showcase how advancements in infrastructure can significantly impact urban living and contribute to a more efficient city environment. The FT/Citi Ingenuity Awards celebrate the creativity and ingenuity behind these projects, encouraging further innovation in urban infrastructure.

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