Mapping the World’s New Megacities in 2030

There are currently 33 megacities in the world with over 10 million inhabitants – but by 2030, there will be six new megacities, including one in the U.S. Read more

A Century of New York City’s Evolving Skyline

Icons on the New York City skyline, like the Empire State Building, will soon be sharing the sky with a new generation of slender skyscrapers. Read more

Mapping the World’s Urban Population in 2050

55% of the world lives in urban areas today. But what defines an urban population, and how will this big picture change by 2050? Read more

Infographic: The Anatomy of a Smart City

The city will remain the centerpiece of economic growth in the 21st century. Here’s how we’re using smart city technology to optimize them even further. Read more

A 3D Look at Shifting Urban Populations

Cities are constantly evolving over time. These 3d graphics visualize both growth and decline with a focus on North American cities from 1990-2015. Read more

Upward Momentum: Charting a Year of Skyscraper Construction

Nearly 150 skyscrapers were completed around the world last year. Find out which cities and regions are growing skyward the fastest. Read more

The 10 Most Populous U.S. Cities, Every Decade Since 1790

How has the list of the most populous U.S. cities changed over time? This infographic shows the top 10 cities of every decade since the year 1790. Read more

Investing Megatrend: How Rapid Urbanization is Shaping the Future

By 2050, there will be 2.5 billion more people living in cities than today. How is rapid urbanization set to impact investors and the global economy?v Read more

The 100 Tallest Buildings in New York City

This visualization plots out the tallest buildings in New York City, as well as a few in the pipeline that will change the Big Apple’s skyline forever. Read more

The Hydrogen City: How Hydrogen Can Help to Achieve Zero Emissions

Cities are drivers of growth and prosperity, but also the main contributors of pollution. Can hydrogen fuel the growth of cities with clean power? Read more