Jakarta Plans Capital Relocation Amid Rising Climate Risks

Cities around the world are facing unprecedented challenges due to climate change, forcing urban centers to rethink their infrastructure and resilience strategies. Jakarta, Indonesia, exemplifies these challenges, as rising sea levels and groundwater extraction have made it one of the fastest-sinking megacities, prompting the government to relocate the capital to a new city on Borneo, a complex endeavor that requires convincing businesses and residents to move as well. Meanwhile, in the U.S., peregrine falcon populations have declined in coastal areas due to bird flu outbreaks, but urban falcons are thriving, demonstrating wildlife's adaptability to city environments. Concurrently, the urban housing market is shifting from a seller's market to one with excess inventory and price declines, influenced by changing demographics, economic pressures, and evolving preferences for quality of life in cities like Tampa and Austin. Additionally, Europe is advancing its green transition by focusing on hydrogen as a clean energy source, emphasizing the critical role of precise measurement and metrology to ensure safety and efficiency in hydrogen supply chains. These developments highlight the complex interplay of environmental, economic, and technological factors reshaping urban life globally.