A study by Sony Computer Science Laboratories in Rome has quantified the feasibility of the 15-minute city model, where essential services are within a 15-minute walk. The research shows that only about 20% of cities globally meet this standard. The study highlights significant variations in accessibility to amenities like education, healthcare, and restaurants, influenced heavily by local population densities. An interactive map allows users to check their city’s accessibility, revealing that while some neighborhoods excel, others fall short. The Washington Post offers a simpler version of this map, but it’s limited to a subset of U.S. cities, whereas Sony’s map provides a more detailed global perspective.
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