Paris

Paris as a 15mC experience cited in Teixeira et al 2024

15-minute City (Ville du quart d’heure)

Initially introduced in 2020 as a key component of Mayor Anne Hidalgo's re-election campaign, the 15-minute city strategy for Paris seeks to reduce air pollution, decrease commuting time, and enhance the overall quality of life for Parisians, while also supporting the city's goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. To accomplish this, the strategy involves transforming Paris into a network of self-sufficient neighborhoods, where residents can access all essential amenities within a 15-minute walk or bike ride from their homes.

The concept was developed in collaboration with Carlos Moreno, an associate professor at the Paris Institute of Business Administration (Panthéon Sorbonne University). In November 2021, the Paris Council approved the Parisian Proximity Pact, aimed at decentralizing decision-making and empowering borough mayors with greater authority and resources to revitalize neighborhoods and foster local community engagement.

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