NEOM | What is THE LINE?

Summary

The Line is a revolutionary urban development designed to protect nature and provide a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle. It will house 9 million residents within a compact 34 square kilometer footprint. The city features communities organized in three dimensions, with all daily needs accessible within a five-minute walk. Its infrastructure allows travel across the entire 170-kilometer length in just 20 minutes, without cars, reducing carbon emissions to zero. Powered by AI and renewable energy, The Line offers innovative solutions, from autonomous services to year-round climate control, making it a futuristic city like no other.

Takeaways

• 🌿 Humanity has lived in dysfunctional and polluted cities that neglect nature for too long.
• 🏙️ A revolution in urban design is now happening, focused on a more sustainable relationship with nature.
• 👥 The Line will be home to 9 million people, designed to minimize its environmental footprint.
• 📏 It will cover just 34 square kilometers, consolidating the space used by traditional cities.
• 🌍 The Line aims to provide a healthier and more sustainable quality of life for its residents.
• 🏘️ Communities within The Line are organized vertically, allowing access to daily needs within a 5-minute walk.
• 🚆 End-to-end travel through The Line will take 20 minutes, eliminating the need for cars and ensuring zero carbon emissions.
• 🤖 AI-powered technology will make services autonomous, saving time and effort for residents.
• 🏢 The Line will stand 500 meters tall, 200 meters wide, and 170 kilometers long, with a mirrored glass facade.
• 🔄 The city will have a year-round temperate microclimate, fully powered by renewable energy sources, and designed to offer equitable views and access to nature.

Q & A

What is the main goal of the city described in the script?

The main goal is to create a revolution in civilization by designing a city that protects and enhances nature, providing a healthier and more sustainable quality of life.

How many residents is the city designed to accommodate?

The city is designed to be home to 9 million residents.

What is the footprint of the city in terms of area?

The city will have a footprint of just 34 square kilometers.

How does the city's design aim to improve residents' daily life?

The city's communities are organized in three dimensions, allowing residents to access all their daily needs within a five-minute walk.

How does the city plan to achieve zero carbon emissions?

The city's infrastructure enables travel end to end in 20 minutes without the need for cars, resulting in zero carbon emissions.

What role does AI technology play in the city?

AI technology is leveraged to provide autonomous services, saving residents time and effort.

Who are the designers behind the city's architecture?

The city is designed by world-leading architects.

What are the dimensions of the city?

The city is 500 meters tall, 200 meters wide, and 170 kilometers long.

What material is the city's facade made of?

The city is housed within an elegant mirror glass facade.

How does the city maintain a temperate micro climate?

Intelligent solutions create efficiency and a year-round temperate micro climate with natural ventilation.

What is the source of energy and water supplies in the city?

Energy and water supplies in the city are 100% renewable.

What unique features does the city offer in terms of community and amenities?

The city is designed as a series of unique communities offering a wealth of amenities, providing equitable views and immediate access to surrounding nature.

What is the city's strategic location in terms of global trade routes?

The city is at the heart of the globe's key trade routes, making it a place for commerce and communities to thrive.