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CATALYSTS AND ROUNDTABLES

Catalysts are focused on the building blocks of a carbon zero economy. Last autumn, Carbon Zero held a catalyst (or roundtable) series on ways NYC could address the skyrocketing package deliveries. Catalysts are small, frequent physical or virtual events bringing together experts to discuss a specific problem or opportunity.

UPCOMING CATALYSTS
Catalyst #5: Micro Cargo Wars, the Epilogue: March 13 - Recap and future logistics insights. Summary here.
Catalyst #6: Micro Mobility Revolution: March 20 — E-bikes, scooters, and the impact of urban walkability on carbon footprints.
Catalyst #7: Carbon Zero Buildings — The shift in urban architecture to green materials and solar power.
Catalyst #8: Urban Agriculture — Transforming vacant spaces into productive urban farms.
Catalyst #9: Water Innovation — Innovative techniques in rainwater harvesting and aqueduct repairs. Includes sponge city concepts (pedestrianization).
Catalyst #10: Waste Innovation — Exploring Waste-to-Energy and advanced recycling methods in NYC.
Catalyst #11: Metaverse and the Carbon Zero City — Integrating environmental education with urban planning in the digital realm.
Catalyst #12: Carbon Zero Industrials — Transforming interactive public spaces in FiDi.
Catalyst #13: Hydrogen — Integrating environmental education with urban planning in the digital realm.
Catalyst #14: Creating Energy in a Carbon Zero City — Transforming interactive public spaces in FiDi.

In the autumn of 2024 IC, in partnership with the NYC Pedicab Owners Association, held a series of roundtables on the future of micro cargo. It included some of the hot micro cargo tech companies including Fernhay, Hub NYC, Civilized Cycles and Urban Rover, among others.

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DESIGN AND IDEAS COMPETITIONS

Competitions attract leading thinkers in design, economics, science, and other fields to address specific challenges. One competition in the works focuses on the future of the East River.

Image from an earlier ideas competition in 2012 — The concept was to host a fair along the East River to promote NYC as an urban invention capital and finance infrastructure improvements along the East River. It looked to establish what is currently called, the Blue Highway.

POTENTIAL IDEATION TOPICS
The Blue Highway — Rediscover NYC's aquatic essence, leveraging the city's waterfront for cargo transit to reduce street congestion.
Urban Hubs — Transform vacant retail spaces into vibrant centers for micro-transit, innovative waste management, and public services.
Smart Urban Neighborhoods — Thrive through IoT and AI, where technology enhances urban life and commerce.
Urban Energy — Explore pioneering strategies for solar power and renewable energies for a cleaner NYC.
Water as the Sixth Borough — Innovative projects aim to reinvigorate NYC's waterways for leisure and natural harmony.
Pedestrianization of FiDi— Transform the Financial District into a pedestrian paradise, exploring the potential upsides and challenges.
Metaverse and the Economy — Blur the lines between digital and physical, merging virtual communities with urban life for new ways to connect.

TO CREATE BROAD AWARENESS OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES:
MICRO URBAN WORLD'S FAIR

Carbon Zero City's micro, urban World's Fair in FiDi will be an unparalleled economic development opportunity, and a way to broadly push back on the climate crisis. It will recall the magic of the 1964 fair, but with a very serious purpose. In contrast to conventional fairs, Carbon Zero City will use what exists, and make improvements to the urban fabric where needed (eg pedestrianization).

NYC WORLD'S FAIRS
Exhibitions of the Industries of All Nations 1853/54, Bryant Park The Crystal Palace, a marvel of glass and iron, captivated 1.5 million visitors, marking the industrial age's advent. Elisha Otis's live demonstration of his safety elevator, by cutting its only support rope, became a landmark event, heralding the era of skyscrapers.
Building the World of Tomorrow 1939/40, Flushing Meadows, Queens Amidst the Great Depression and the onset of WWII, this fair presented a vision of hope with its 45 million visitors. The Perisphere's "Democracity" exhibit, a utopian city model, showcased a future harmonized by technology and urban planning.
Peace Through Understanding 1964/65, Flushing Meadows, Queens GM's "Futurama II" envisioned the future of transportation with self-driving cars. The IBM Pavilion introduced early computer technology, and the Ford Mustang's launch set a new standard in automotive design. The Unisphere and "It's a Small World" promoted global unity, attracting 51 million visitors.
Carbon Zero City 202?, Financial District: Aiming to transform FiDi into a model for carbon neutrality, this envisioned fair focuses on showcasing sustainable urban solutions, from micro-transportation to green buildings. Projecting 5 million physical and 45 million virtual visitors, it seeks to redefine urban living for a sustainable future.

Invent City would be NYC's 4th Worlds Fair —The metaverse and virtual experiences offer new opportunities for showcasing innovation, reaching a larger market, and deepening experiences and relationships.

Transportation Exhibit —Explore the evolution and future of urban transportation systems.

Street Fair —Immerse yourself in the vibrant streetscape of NYC with local artisans and performers.

Wind Powered Ferries —Discover the innovative use of wind power in modern ferry transportation, promoting sustainability.

Concerts —Experience live music with a stunning backdrop, showcasing diverse genres and talents.

Ocean and Water Exhibit —Dive into the depths of water's impact on our planet, exploring ecosystems and conservation efforts.

Energy Innovation Exhibit —Explore groundbreaking energy solutions and innovations, highlighting sustainable practices and future technologies.

Tourists will attend the Carbon Zero City micro, urban world's fair to learn about the future, and for entertainment value. Carbon Zero City will be an urban EPCOT Center for the 22n-century showing the potential of human creativity to address the climate crisis. It will also highlight the dystopian.

World's Fair Attractions
See innovation before in market
Explore future cities in metaverse
Play futuristic interactive games
Cultural Exchange
Experience innovative exhibitions
Entertainment and Performances
Unique Souvenirs and Products
Networking and Global Unity
Recreational Activities

New York City in 2100 —It's become a symbol of what humanity can achieve when it commits to sustainability, innovation, and equality. It's a city that respects its environment, cherishes its communities, and embraces the future with optimism and purpose.

Business professionals will flock to Carbon Zero's micro, urban World's Fair for its global marketplace hub connecting buyers and sellers. Carbon Zero will be a combination of the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), an event at the Chicago Merchandise Mart and EPCOT Center. The entire physical experience will be complemented virtually. A World's Fair for the 22nd century.

BUSINESS BENEFITS OF A WORLD'S FAIR
Learn about market-ready innovation.
Discover upcoming innovative solutions.
Network with possible suppliers/partners.
Industry + technology insights
Connect with potential investors.
Explore industry collaboration opportunities.
Engage via interactive exhibits.
Market Expansion
Brand Visibility and Promotion
Cultural Understanding
Market Research
Strengthen Customer Relationships
Media and Publicity

A pavilion on energy innovation.— It has become a symbol of what humanity can achieve when it commits to sustainability, innovation, and equality. It's a city that respects its environment, cherishes its communities, and embraces the future with optimism and purpose.

Historically World's Fairs have been a platform for showcasing global innovation. World's Fairs have unveiled transformative inventions and visionary ideas that have shaped the course of society. Carbon Zero City will do the same with products that can address the climate crisis.

THE GREAT EXHIBITION
London, 1851
Industry Of All Nations
Innovations: The Crystal Palace (a massive iron and glass structure), early telegraph systems, industrial machinery.

NEW YORK CRYSTAL PALACE EXHIBITION
New York, 1853
Display Of Industry And Technology .
Innovations: The Latting Observatory (a wooden tower taller than the Washington Monument at the time), early telegraph systems, and a precursor to the elevator.

CENTENTIAL EXPOSITION
Philadelphia, 1876
Celebrating The U.S.'s 100th Birthday.
Innovations: The telephone by Alexander Graham Bell, the typewriter, and Heinz Ketchup.

EXPOSITION UNIVERSELLE
Paris, 1889
Celebration Of The French Revolution.
Innovations: The Eiffel Tower, early versions of the phonograph.

WORLD'S COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION
(Chicago, 1893)
Theme: 400th Anniversary Of Columbus's Arrival In The New World.
Innovations: The Ferris wheel, moving walkway, early dishwasher.

PAN AMERICAN EXPOSITION
Buffalo, 1901
Theme: Advances In Electricity And Technology.
Innovations: Electric lighting displays, early X-ray machines.

LOUISIANA PURCHASE EXPOSITION
St. Louis, 1904
Theme: Celebrating The Centenary Of The Louisiana Purchase.
Innovations: Introduction of the ice cream cone, electric typewriter.

EXPOSITION INTERNATIONALE DES ARTS DÉCORATIFS ET INDUSTRIELS MODERNES
Paris, 1925
Theme: Modern Decorative And Industrial Arts.
Innovations: Art Deco design style, which was named after this exposition.

1939 NEW YORK WORLD'S FAIR
New York, 1939-40
Theme:The World Of Tomorrow.
Innovations: The television, Futurama (an exhibit visualizing the world of 1960), early robots.

1964/65 NEW YORK'S WORLD'S FAIR
New York, 1964-65
Theme:Peace Through Understanding.
Innovations: The Ford Mustang was introduced, a model of a futuristic moon colony, the Unisphere (a 12-story high model of the Earth), IBM showcased a computer that could draw illustrations, early video phone demonstrations, and Disney introduced "It's a Small World" and audio-animatronics shows.

EXPO '67
Montreal, 1967
Theme: Man And His World.
Innovations: Habitat 67 (a model community housing project), IMAX film format.

EXPO '70
Osaka, 1970
Theme:Progress And Harmony For Mankind.
Innovations: Early mobile phones, local area networking technology.

SEVILLE EXPO
Seville, 1992
Theme: The Age Of Discovery.
Innovations: High-speed train linking Madrid to Seville, advanced pavilion designs using new materials.

SHANGHAI EXPO
Shanghai, 2010
Theme: Better City, Better Life.
Innovations: Sustainable urban planning and design concepts, Maglev train technology.

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