SyntheSYS: Orchestrating Progress in the Age of AI
Introducing SyntheSYS - Urban Morph's AI-powered platform for understanding and actioning progress at scale, from neighborhoods to nations.
The Urban Dispatch
58 articles on mobility, climate action and urban policy, since 2018.
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Climate entrepreneurship and public goods
Entrepreneurs solving for climate change are struggling, because saving a resource you consume is not economically valuable to peoples self interest.
Exergy and Symbiosis
Examines energy efficiency in human systems and discusses the need for more efficient AI and industrial practices that mimic natural symbiotic relationships.
#NoMoreYellowBoards
A compelling argument against vehicle registration color restrictions for carpooling services. Advocates for decoupling vehicle regulations from driver requirements.
Branding cities — Mobility
Proposes a paradigm shift in how cities position themselves—through sustainable transportation priorities rather than personal vehicle ownership aspirations.
State of Scope 3 Emissions
The BRSR framework requires India's top 1000 companies to disclose Scope 3 emissions, yet only 20% report employee commute data, revealing wildly varying results and highlighting the need for better measurement.
Are We Not Rich Enough for Efficient Transportation Infrastructure?
Transportation infrastructure gets more expensive as GDP grows. Moving towards sustainable non-fossil fuel energy and using them wisely gives our country leverage in growth.
Society Is Ready. The Politicians?
With Bengaluru being counted among the top 10 innovation hubs of the world, it is time the elected representatives pass the active mobility bill and allocate significant budget towards walking and cycling infrastructure.
CycleTo.Work is now AltMo.app
AltMo is a mobility intelligence platform for quantifying end to end sustainable transport modes towards achieving climate change goals, evolved from the successful CycleTo.Work platform.
Active and Resilient
Will the Assembly #MakeHistoryInBelagavi? Passing the Active Mobility Bill here indicates Karnataka's awareness, first mover advantage, and commitment to climate change and liveability in cities.
Bus For Whom?
Using electoral roll data to understand bus stop accessibility in Bengaluru. This interactive map helps identify coverage gaps and supports better public transport planning for the city.
Digital & Climate Friendly
How Silvassa and New Town Kolkata are using Cycle To Work platform for digital-first, data-driven transformation toward climate-friendly mobility. A case study in ESG compliance and sustainable urban development.