In terms of compensation, plans are being finalized based on things like proximity to Noida International Airport and land utility, with farmers receiving payments and a portion of developed land in return. This is a positive step up from other projects, but i'll believe it when I see it...
November 6, 2025 at 3:22 PM
In terms of compensation, plans are being finalized based on things like proximity to Noida International Airport and land utility, with farmers receiving payments and a portion of developed land in return. This is a positive step up from other projects, but i'll believe it when I see it...
The efforts to include farmers in the New Noida project focus on a hybrid land acquisition model that combines direct purchase, mutual consent, and land pooling. The Noida Authority has appointed consultants and dedicated officials to engage with farmers across 80 villages.
November 6, 2025 at 3:19 PM
The efforts to include farmers in the New Noida project focus on a hybrid land acquisition model that combines direct purchase, mutual consent, and land pooling. The Noida Authority has appointed consultants and dedicated officials to engage with farmers across 80 villages.
The Western Parkland Authority is making efforts to increase housing on a by-demand bases by phasing slowly from 1500 homes to 8000, but increasing supply does not always drive down cost and I don't see a solid plan for ensure the bottom 50% of earners can afford to live here.
November 6, 2025 at 3:13 PM
The Western Parkland Authority is making efforts to increase housing on a by-demand bases by phasing slowly from 1500 homes to 8000, but increasing supply does not always drive down cost and I don't see a solid plan for ensure the bottom 50% of earners can afford to live here.
I haven't explored many master planned cities in Australia, but it is important to note that the trends don't seem to change. Prioritizing investment over realistic living, and "green" labels, even though what makes this city supposedly "innovative" is something we've seen in 20 other master plans.
November 6, 2025 at 3:09 PM
I haven't explored many master planned cities in Australia, but it is important to note that the trends don't seem to change. Prioritizing investment over realistic living, and "green" labels, even though what makes this city supposedly "innovative" is something we've seen in 20 other master plans.
What were the citizens offered? Relocation 30km away, plots of land 5m by 20m in size, and $1,000 per household. Are we serious? This is the EXACT OPPOSITE of teaching a man to fish instead of giving him a fish. They have taken everything that makes income sustainable for these individuals.
November 6, 2025 at 2:44 PM
What were the citizens offered? Relocation 30km away, plots of land 5m by 20m in size, and $1,000 per household. Are we serious? This is the EXACT OPPOSITE of teaching a man to fish instead of giving him a fish. They have taken everything that makes income sustainable for these individuals.
This reminds me of Próspera, the libertarian enclave in Honduras. The projects are not exactly the same but they both have this drive to be "coastal urban centres" even if that means kicking out all the locals that actually live there and use that land productively.
November 6, 2025 at 2:39 PM
This reminds me of Próspera, the libertarian enclave in Honduras. The projects are not exactly the same but they both have this drive to be "coastal urban centres" even if that means kicking out all the locals that actually live there and use that land productively.
The article jokes about the authoritarian regime, that all male civil servants followed the leader's example in deciding to dye their hair grey or not. Smart cities need tech and tech needs innovation and innovation needs democratic processes so that the innovation will actually benefit everyone.
November 6, 2025 at 2:32 PM
The article jokes about the authoritarian regime, that all male civil servants followed the leader's example in deciding to dye their hair grey or not. Smart cities need tech and tech needs innovation and innovation needs democratic processes so that the innovation will actually benefit everyone.
Only electric cars are allowed into the city. It is always so weird to see these oil or gas rich nations building this image of eco-superiority. I think it's clear that similar to Saudi Arabis, this is less of an effort to make actual green improvements, and more of an image booster. #newcities
November 6, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Only electric cars are allowed into the city. It is always so weird to see these oil or gas rich nations building this image of eco-superiority. I think it's clear that similar to Saudi Arabis, this is less of an effort to make actual green improvements, and more of an image booster. #newcities
I also wonder when we will start also pointing the finger at corporate greed. These people know these plans don't work... but they'll do anything for a cheque. There needs to be more systems of accountability on both the governmental AND corporate side. #newcities
November 6, 2025 at 3:48 AM
I also wonder when we will start also pointing the finger at corporate greed. These people know these plans don't work... but they'll do anything for a cheque. There needs to be more systems of accountability on both the governmental AND corporate side. #newcities
Easy to guess the locals will not receive the same benefits... but I dug a bit and found that a lot of residents have stayed and are continuing to protest. A great example of how it is easy to assume citizens are victims, but we should instead be focusing on their strength and resistance! #newcities
November 6, 2025 at 3:47 AM
Easy to guess the locals will not receive the same benefits... but I dug a bit and found that a lot of residents have stayed and are continuing to protest. A great example of how it is easy to assume citizens are victims, but we should instead be focusing on their strength and resistance! #newcities
I agree that the smaller scale provides some hope... but looking at the degree to which tech is going to be implemented worries me. These projects rarely get off the ground when they require this level of maintenance and smart tech. Unfortunately, I don't think Canada will be the exception.
November 6, 2025 at 3:42 AM
I agree that the smaller scale provides some hope... but looking at the degree to which tech is going to be implemented worries me. These projects rarely get off the ground when they require this level of maintenance and smart tech. Unfortunately, I don't think Canada will be the exception.
The idea of making a city walkable and accessible is a great one, but I feel that mixed use developments are more frequent at a smaller scale. The downtown core would make sense, but top-down planning a mixed use development at this scale without a strong existing foundation will be challenging.
November 6, 2025 at 3:38 AM
The idea of making a city walkable and accessible is a great one, but I feel that mixed use developments are more frequent at a smaller scale. The downtown core would make sense, but top-down planning a mixed use development at this scale without a strong existing foundation will be challenging.
I've written about this employment transition before but the effect is amplified here compared to California Forever. That may price out residents, but this project hyper fixates on the knowledge economy, outright excluding the skills of the people who already live here. #newcities
November 6, 2025 at 3:33 AM
I've written about this employment transition before but the effect is amplified here compared to California Forever. That may price out residents, but this project hyper fixates on the knowledge economy, outright excluding the skills of the people who already live here. #newcities
Focusing on the loss of farmland and employment; you cannot transition a farmer to a tech job or suburban desk job overnight. It will be difficult to include existing citizens in these changes if they are already not well enough funded or equipped to succeed in the new community they are building.
November 6, 2025 at 3:30 AM
Focusing on the loss of farmland and employment; you cannot transition a farmer to a tech job or suburban desk job overnight. It will be difficult to include existing citizens in these changes if they are already not well enough funded or equipped to succeed in the new community they are building.
Without a local tax-base that remains here long-term, even the tools they are giving the city to jump start this eco-system will not matter. The roots will not grow if there is no one there to ground them. These little "silicon valleys" forget that you can't build rome in a day. #newcities
November 6, 2025 at 3:27 AM
Without a local tax-base that remains here long-term, even the tools they are giving the city to jump start this eco-system will not matter. The roots will not grow if there is no one there to ground them. These little "silicon valleys" forget that you can't build rome in a day. #newcities
Hope City is a great example of where we should draw the line on master planned cities. You cannot "buy" and ecosystem, and ecosystem grows. If revenue rests on selling plots to insiders that ecosystem won't even have a chance to grow because when sales get slow who keeps the lights on?
November 6, 2025 at 3:25 AM
Hope City is a great example of where we should draw the line on master planned cities. You cannot "buy" and ecosystem, and ecosystem grows. If revenue rests on selling plots to insiders that ecosystem won't even have a chance to grow because when sales get slow who keeps the lights on?
What does a global city even mean at this point? A logo... airport lounge... and a promise to lure investors. While chasing this global label we are leaving basic local needs behind. Even if you need FDI to upgrade the basics, don't let the FDI be the demise of those local needs in the first place.
November 6, 2025 at 3:20 AM
What does a global city even mean at this point? A logo... airport lounge... and a promise to lure investors. While chasing this global label we are leaving basic local needs behind. Even if you need FDI to upgrade the basics, don't let the FDI be the demise of those local needs in the first place.
Additionally, I would point out that "carbon neutral city in the American desert" should be an oxymoron. How do you become carbon neutral in a climate that will require an extreme amount of energy and transport services just to operate? Water, cooling, connectivity... so many unanswered questions.
November 6, 2025 at 3:15 AM
Additionally, I would point out that "carbon neutral city in the American desert" should be an oxymoron. How do you become carbon neutral in a climate that will require an extreme amount of energy and transport services just to operate? Water, cooling, connectivity... so many unanswered questions.
Nevertheless, phasing will not fix the fundamentals. If big employers do not commit it will end up as another commuter city. Even a phased implementation has limitations, especially when the first phase is going to be hard to come back from when you're already in immense debt. #newcities
November 6, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Nevertheless, phasing will not fix the fundamentals. If big employers do not commit it will end up as another commuter city. Even a phased implementation has limitations, especially when the first phase is going to be hard to come back from when you're already in immense debt. #newcities
It is remotely impressive that there is a phased approach instead of instant implementation. Government briefings point to a master plan and an initial phase that prioritizes the more core services and transport; later phases would add housing and jobs as demand grows. #newcities
November 6, 2025 at 2:59 AM
It is remotely impressive that there is a phased approach instead of instant implementation. Government briefings point to a master plan and an initial phase that prioritizes the more core services and transport; later phases would add housing and jobs as demand grows. #newcities