Alice Charles
@alicecharles1.bsky.social
Director Cities, Planning & Design @arup ex @wef Chartered Planner @RTPIPlanners @IrishPlanInst MBA @SmurfitSchool Alumni @QUBelfast Wife & Mum. Views my own.
Today the EU launched rhe first ever European Affordable Housing Plan #EU #Housing housing.ec.europa.eu/european-aff...
The European Affordable Housing Plan
Addressing Europe's Housing Crisis
housing.ec.europa.eu
December 16, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Today the EU launched rhe first ever European Affordable Housing Plan #EU #Housing housing.ec.europa.eu/european-aff...
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NAMA bows out – but the self-congratulation continues
NAMA bows out – but the self-congratulation continues
NAMA bows out – but the self-congratulation continues
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www.businesspost.ie
November 29, 2025 at 9:36 PM
NAMA bows out – but the self-congratulation continues
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On the panel:
• Alice Charles, Director for Cities, Planning and Design, Arup
• Colin MacDonald, Founder and CEO, Fine Grain Property
• Sibéal Bird, European Sustainability Director, Kerry Group
• Ciaran Marron , CEO, Activ8 Solar Energies
• Alice Charles, Director for Cities, Planning and Design, Arup
• Colin MacDonald, Founder and CEO, Fine Grain Property
• Sibéal Bird, European Sustainability Director, Kerry Group
• Ciaran Marron , CEO, Activ8 Solar Energies
November 27, 2025 at 11:24 AM
On the panel:
• Alice Charles, Director for Cities, Planning and Design, Arup
• Colin MacDonald, Founder and CEO, Fine Grain Property
• Sibéal Bird, European Sustainability Director, Kerry Group
• Ciaran Marron , CEO, Activ8 Solar Energies
• Alice Charles, Director for Cities, Planning and Design, Arup
• Colin MacDonald, Founder and CEO, Fine Grain Property
• Sibéal Bird, European Sustainability Director, Kerry Group
• Ciaran Marron , CEO, Activ8 Solar Energies
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That’s a wrap for the 9th Annual AIB Sustainability Conference!
Together, we’ve sparked important conversations, shared ideas and solutions, and inspired real progress towards a more sustainable future, one where our shared ambition meets action.
Together, we’ve sparked important conversations, shared ideas and solutions, and inspired real progress towards a more sustainable future, one where our shared ambition meets action.
November 27, 2025 at 2:22 PM
That’s a wrap for the 9th Annual AIB Sustainability Conference!
Together, we’ve sparked important conversations, shared ideas and solutions, and inspired real progress towards a more sustainable future, one where our shared ambition meets action.
Together, we’ve sparked important conversations, shared ideas and solutions, and inspired real progress towards a more sustainable future, one where our shared ambition meets action.
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Developer Conor Clarkson declared bankrupt over debt of nearly €587,000
Developer Conor Clarkson declared bankrupt over debt of nearly €587,000
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Developer Conor Clarkson declared bankrupt over debt of nearly €587,000
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New legislation requiring pillar banks to ensure cash access to take effect this week
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Gym chain Flyefit reports 25% profit increase as memberships grow
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Markets Wrap: Ryanair pulls Iseq higher as European indices rise despite fall in arms stocks
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‘Remove all obstacles’: Lagarde calls for bold EU AI strategy to boost growth
www.businesspost.ie
November 24, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Developer Conor Clarkson declared bankrupt over debt of nearly €587,000
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iCYMI: "Paris started with periodic, strategic closures of key streets, then day-long closures of the entire city center, always in the context of the conversation about air quality, livability & noise…It's a very smart way of doing it." — @brenttoderian.bsky.social in BlogTO. #Paris
People on board with new solution to Toronto traffic that would limit cars on city streets
Fixing Toronto's gridlock is now so high on the political agenda that the Province is ripping out brand-new bike lanes in a misguided attempt to get …
www.blogto.com
November 23, 2025 at 7:58 PM
iCYMI: "Paris started with periodic, strategic closures of key streets, then day-long closures of the entire city center, always in the context of the conversation about air quality, livability & noise…It's a very smart way of doing it." — @brenttoderian.bsky.social in BlogTO. #Paris
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Grand Prize Winners Announced for the 2025 Holcim Foundation Awards
https://www.newsbeep.com/262704/
Art Tek Tulltorja by Rafi Segal A+U, Office of Urban Drafters, Org Permanent Modernity, and Studio RevArt. Image…
https://www.newsbeep.com/262704/
Art Tek Tulltorja by Rafi Segal A+U, Office of Urban Drafters, Org Permanent Modernity, and Studio RevArt. Image…
Grand Prize Winners Announced for the 2025 Holcim Foundation Awards - News Beep
Art Tek Tulltorja by Rafi Segal A+U, Office of Urban Drafters, Org Permanent Modernity, and Studio RevArt. Image © Holcim Foundation for Sustainable
www.newsbeep.com
November 20, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Grand Prize Winners Announced for the 2025 Holcim Foundation Awards
https://www.newsbeep.com/262704/
Art Tek Tulltorja by Rafi Segal A+U, Office of Urban Drafters, Org Permanent Modernity, and Studio RevArt. Image…
https://www.newsbeep.com/262704/
Art Tek Tulltorja by Rafi Segal A+U, Office of Urban Drafters, Org Permanent Modernity, and Studio RevArt. Image…
Helsinki taking heat from Data Centres: www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/...
Finland’s Big Idea: Turning Data Center Heat Into Power
As AI and data centers consume more power worldwide, Finland is finding a way to turn the problem into a solution. Tom Mackenzie reports from Helsinki, where energy company Helen captures excess heat ...
www.bloomberg.com
November 23, 2025 at 4:44 PM
Helsinki taking heat from Data Centres: www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/...
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@alicecharles1.bsky.social vision and insights into how to sustainably develop our cities needs to be listened to and supported by government 👇🏼
www.businesspost.ie/property/wat...
www.businesspost.ie/property/wat...
Watch: Former World Economic Forum head hearing ‘Celtic Tiger alarm bells’
www.businesspost.ie
May 31, 2025 at 6:39 AM
@alicecharles1.bsky.social vision and insights into how to sustainably develop our cities needs to be listened to and supported by government 👇🏼
www.businesspost.ie/property/wat...
www.businesspost.ie/property/wat...
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There are 2,682 #billionaires in 2024, up from 2,544 in 2023. Their worth is $14 trillion, up from $6 trillion in 2015. 835 billionaires in the US ($5.8 trillion), 427 in China ($1.4 trillion), 185 in India ($905 billion), 117 in Germany, 85 in Switzerland. And we wonder why the pitchforks are out?
December 5, 2024 at 9:04 AM
There are 2,682 #billionaires in 2024, up from 2,544 in 2023. Their worth is $14 trillion, up from $6 trillion in 2015. 835 billionaires in the US ($5.8 trillion), 427 in China ($1.4 trillion), 185 in India ($905 billion), 117 in Germany, 85 in Switzerland. And we wonder why the pitchforks are out?
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“Trapped Behind The Wheel”
How England's new builds lock into car dependency
Recent housing developments have fostered car-dependent lifestyles, hindering sustainability & well-being. It's crucial to address it and shift towards sustainable, integrated urban planning
neweconomics.org/2024/11/trap...
How England's new builds lock into car dependency
Recent housing developments have fostered car-dependent lifestyles, hindering sustainability & well-being. It's crucial to address it and shift towards sustainable, integrated urban planning
neweconomics.org/2024/11/trap...
Trapped behind the wheel
How England's new builds lock us into car dependency
neweconomics.org
November 24, 2024 at 10:26 AM
“Trapped Behind The Wheel”
How England's new builds lock into car dependency
Recent housing developments have fostered car-dependent lifestyles, hindering sustainability & well-being. It's crucial to address it and shift towards sustainable, integrated urban planning
neweconomics.org/2024/11/trap...
How England's new builds lock into car dependency
Recent housing developments have fostered car-dependent lifestyles, hindering sustainability & well-being. It's crucial to address it and shift towards sustainable, integrated urban planning
neweconomics.org/2024/11/trap...
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COP29 outcome: EU upbeat on finance, disappointed on climate action
COP29 outcome: EU upbeat on finance, disappointed on climate action
Countries agree to triple global climate financing until 2035, but EU criticises lack of agreement on concrete climate action.
dlvr.it
November 24, 2024 at 11:01 AM
COP29 outcome: EU upbeat on finance, disappointed on climate action
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A Swedish study by the University of Gothenburg compares 200 largest urban areas and the extent to which they achieve the proximity dimension of the 15-minute city. It is particularly interested in everyday activities and how these are affected by urban development.
www.gu.se/en/news/loca...
www.gu.se/en/news/loca...
Local and sustainable living in the 15-minute city
Most of what you need in your daily life within walking distance of your home. This is the vision of the 15-minute city concept launched in Paris ten years ago. Sustainability is seen as one of the ma...
www.gu.se
November 22, 2024 at 8:59 PM
A Swedish study by the University of Gothenburg compares 200 largest urban areas and the extent to which they achieve the proximity dimension of the 15-minute city. It is particularly interested in everyday activities and how these are affected by urban development.
www.gu.se/en/news/loca...
www.gu.se/en/news/loca...
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Embracing the 15-Minute City:
7 Reasons why Bicycles Are the Perfect Mode of Transportation
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By @momentummag.bsky.social
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7 Reasons why Bicycles Are the Perfect Mode of Transportation
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Embracing the 15-Minute City: 7 Reasons why Bicycles Are the Perfect Mode of Transportation
The concept of a "15-Minute City" has gained traction as a vision for more sustainable, livable, and accessible urban environments
momentummag.com
November 22, 2024 at 9:08 PM
Embracing the 15-Minute City:
7 Reasons why Bicycles Are the Perfect Mode of Transportation
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By @momentummag.bsky.social
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momentummag.com/embracing-th...
7 Reasons why Bicycles Are the Perfect Mode of Transportation
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We're making it easier to build accessory dwelling units in Boston and the Planning Department just published an ADU guidebook to help homeowners find inspiration.
Browse 12 realistic designs and learn all about zoning, financing, and building ADUs.🏘️
➡️ storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/... #Housing
Browse 12 realistic designs and learn all about zoning, financing, and building ADUs.🏘️
➡️ storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/... #Housing
November 22, 2024 at 9:25 PM
We're making it easier to build accessory dwelling units in Boston and the Planning Department just published an ADU guidebook to help homeowners find inspiration.
Browse 12 realistic designs and learn all about zoning, financing, and building ADUs.🏘️
➡️ storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/... #Housing
Browse 12 realistic designs and learn all about zoning, financing, and building ADUs.🏘️
➡️ storymaps.arcgis.com/collections/... #Housing