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Regional urban planning and environmental management updates in Italy and San Marino
Various regional developments in Italy and San Marino highlight ongoing discussions regarding urban planning, environmental management, and public infrastructure.
In San Marino, the State Secretariat for Territory and Environment is promoting depaving initiatives to restore soil permeability and reduce flooding. This includes new regulations and incentives for both public and private areas, with insights shared from urban planning experiences in Genoa and Forlì.
In Italy, several local issues are emerging. The University of Genoa is hosting a public meeting to discuss the institution's role in regional innovation. In Catania, citizens are debating the future of Corso Martiri della Libertà, questioning whether urban development should prioritize tourism or local social needs. Meanwhile, in Ischia, a court has approved safety measures for the Cartaromana cliffside to prevent further collapses.
Other reports note local challenges, such as the vandalism of playground equipment in Boscotrecase and increased environmental enforcement in Elmas to combat illegal waste dumping. In Narni, concerns have been raised regarding the maintenance of new cycling paths and urban greenery.
Entities
Antonio Uccelli · Bologna · FS Logistix · Interporto Bologna · Matteo Ciacci · San Marino · University of Florence · University of Genoa
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] FS Logistix and Interporto Bologna presented the first Italian demo train featuring Digital Automatic Coupling (DAC) technology.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] DAC technology enables the automatic coupling and decoupling of freight wagons.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The system establishes a network for electrical power supply and data exchange throughout the train convoy.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The technology aims to digitize the preparation and management of freight trains to increase safety and efficiency.