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A zero-emissions home built for an exhibition in Trondheim, Norway
Sustainability
Zero-energy buildings
2 November 2021
New guidance just published.
A large sign in the city centre of St Gallen, Switzerland, reminds people how to behave during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Society | Security
Creating opportunities from a crisis
6 September 2021
Guidance on building back better when disaster strikes.
Bernina Express train on the Swiss alps.
Sustainability
Slowing down to save the planet
21 July 2021
Reducing energy use through smart transportation.
Aerial view of long strips of solar panels on the roof of a building.
Society | Sustainability
Building better cities for a net-zero carbon future
9 February 2021
A new report from the World Economic Forum promotes an integrated approach as the solution to decarbonizing urban areas. Here are some top ISO standards to help.
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Security | Society
Building better communities
28 January 2021
International Standard for crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) just published.
Family being rescued by the fire service after the River Derwent burst it's banks in the village of Old Malton England.
Society | Security
When disaster strikes
20 November 2020
A new standard for community-based early warning systems just published.
Four hands patting down the earth in a plantation box,
Sustainability | Society
Together we can do so much
30 October 2020
World Cities Day celebrates the vital role that strong communities play in facing the challenges of today and the future.
Indonesian children wade through flood waters on a street in Jakarta.
Society | Sustainability
ISO’s climate-smart future for local governments and communities
25 June 2020
From droughts to floods, rising seas to extreme weathers, communities around the world are already experiencing increased climate impacts. These pose threats to life, property, economic well-being and …
Red rooftops of an old city centre with river running through.
Sustainability
Designing tomorrow’s cities today
11 May 2020
What kind of city do we want to live in? One that is smart, resilient and sustainable, of course. To achieve our vision, we need to start planning now, with a little help from ISO standards. Dr Bernard …
Aerial view of Grenoble
Sustainability
Grenoble: the sustainable city
11 May 2020
Building more sustainably is becoming a necessity to address tomorrow’s climate and environmental challenges. Grenoble-Alpes Métropole has established itself as a leader in sustainable cities. 
Elderly man using an inhalation mask.
Society | Health
Strengthening communities at challenging times
23 April 2020
We are all feeling the impact of Covid-19, but some people are at greater risk than others. How can communities identify those who are vulnerable and ensure they get the help they need? Structured guidance …
Two Japanese Shinkansen high-speed trains with vanishing view of station platform.
Innovation | Sustainability
Driving home clean transportation with two new International Standards
12 March 2020
Responsible for nearly a quarter of global carbon emissions, transport is the achilles heel of nearly every city. Yet, with energy demand on the rise, so much needs to be done to tackle the 2030 Agenda …
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