We are proud to announce that Perez Joan, a member of the emc² consortium, recently presented a paper at the International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications (ICCSA 2024) held in Hanoi, Vietnam from July 1-4, 2024, in collaboration with Thuyloi University. The paper, co-authored with Giovanni Fusco, is titled “Potential of the 15-Minute Peripheral City: Identifying Main Streets and Population Within Walking Distance.”
About the Paper
The paper delves into the challenges of pedestrian accessibility within the concept of the 15-minute city, especially in peripheral areas with less pedestrian-friendly street networks. Through geoprocessing algorithms, the study identifies main streets and assesses their demographic potential in areas near Lille and Nice, France. The research is methodically divided into four steps:
Identification of main streets through angular continuity.
Calculation of morphological indicators on buildings.
Application of machine learning to estimate the number of dwellings per building.
Estimation of population potential within various walking distances from main streets.
The findings highlight a network of interconnected main streets with significant population potentials in the outskirts of both test areas. These streets could be pivotal in developing commercial activities and services, thereby supporting the vision of the 15-minute city in peripheral regions.
Award and Recognition
We are delighted to share that this paper received the ICCSA Best Paper Award, a testament to its contribution to the field of urban planning and technology.
Presentation and Video
Perez Joan presented this paper during the Cities, Technologies and Planning (CTP) workshop at the conference. A video of the presentation is available on here.
Access the Paper
The full paper is available through Springer at the following link: Potential of the 15-Minute Peripheral City: Identifying Main Streets and Population Within Walking Distance.
