Alfonso Vergara - Unlocking Urban Potential with Visionary Tools

Alfonso Vegara, founder and honorary president of Fundación Metropoli and a global leader in urban and regional planning, joins The Century of Cities to share groundbreaking concepts like urban acupuncture, territorial diamonds, and polycentric cities shaping urban development's future. From Spain's urban transformation post-dictatorship to pioneering sustainable projects in Latin America, Asia, and beyond, Alfonso highlights the importance of leadership, collaboration, and innovative planning tools. He also discusses how cities can leverage their unique "components of excellence" to unlock opportunities and foster resilience. With his visionary approach, Alfonso inspires us to think beyond traditional boundaries to create economically, socially, and environmentally sustainable cities.