Conference
May 15th, 2024 / Province of Pesaro Urbino / PESARO
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On May 15th 2024, in Pesaro, the case of Medellín was discussed: the city of Medellín transformed its image from the world capital of drug trafficking to a benchmark in urban innovation. Following the elimination of Pablo Escobar and the dismantling of the drug cartel, Medellín was named “Most Innovative City in the World” in 2013, thanks to its integrated public transportation system and investments in environmental and cultural initiatives. During the “Urban Regeneration” conference, architect Jorge Pérez-Jaramillo shared his experience in urban planning in Medellín between 2012 and 2015, highlighting key projects such as Parque del Río and the Unidades de Vida Articulada (UVA). These initiatives helped rehabilitate dangerous areas and promoted social cohesion across the city.
