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  • With the new software, the company can now __________ and reduce unnecessary costs (to function in a more effective way with less waste of time or energy)
    operate more efficiently
  • __________ is becoming more popular in cities where space for traditional gardens is limited (the practice of growing food on the roofs of buildings)
    rooftop farming
  • Many people believe that the future of urban development lies in building a __________ that minimizes environmental impact and supports long term ecological balance
    sustainable city
  • Many cities are adding more __________ to encourage people to bike rather than drive (designated paths for bicycles, often separated from vehicle traffic)
    cycle paths
  • The __________ are responsible for collecting trash from households and businesses every week (groups of workers who collect waste in a community)
    waste collection teams
  • __________ are being developed to reduce traffic congestion and provide smoother travel experiences (transportation systems operated and managed by computer technology)
    computer-controlled transport systems
  • The urban planners decided to __________ new green spaces and parks to improve residents' quality of life (to create space for something else)
    make room for
  • In Vietnam, it's not hard to find a __________ with various clever features (a city uses technology and data to make services more efficient, sustainable, and responsive to residents' needs)
    smart city
  • The new park will be _____ for public use starting next month (ready and ready to be used or accessed)
    available
  • The _____ of the city is expected to reach 10 million by 2050, with more people moving to urban areas (the number of people living in a particular area)
    population
  • The government is working to reduce __________ by promoting cleaner energy sources and more efficient transportation (gases released into the atmosphere that trap heat and contribute to climate change)
    greenhouse gas emissions
  • The city council has created __________ to ensure that people can walk safely without worrying about traffic (areas of a city where only people walking, not vehicles, are allowed)
    pedestrian zones
  • Preserving __________ is crucial for maintaining healthy ecosystems and providing food, medicine, and clean air (the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat)
    biodiversity
  • In the evening, the __________ turn on automatically to illuminate the roads (devices that provide lighting on streets for safety at night)
    street lights
  • Experts can _____ the weather using advanced technology and historical data (to say what will happen in the future based on evidence or analysis)
    predict
  • The park offers __________ activities for all ages, from hiking to biking and outdoor yoga (a variety of different things or types)
    a range of
  • Solar power and wind power are examples of __________ that can reduce dependence on fossil fuels (energy from natural sources that are constantly replenished)
    renewable energy
  • The city's new green policies make it a _____ place to live, offering clean air and lots of recreational spaces (pleasant or comfortable to live in)
    liveable
  • She found it hard to __________ the stress of her new job at first, but soon adjusted (to deal with or manage something difficult)
    cope with
  • __________ can enjoy the benefits of improved public transport and new parks in the city center (people who live in a city)
    city dwellers
  • Good _____ is crucial for the development of cities, including roads, bridges, and public transportation systems (the basic physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a society or enterprise)
    infrastructure
  • Many buildings in the city now feature __________ that provide fresh air, insulation, and aesthetic beauty (vegetation and plants growing on the rooftops of buildings)
    roof gardens
  • The __________ is filled with tall buildings, busy streets, and lots of people (an area of land that is developed and built up, typically with a high population density)
    urban area
  • The _____ in the smart city can detect when the streets are crowded and adjust traffic lights accordingly (devices that detect physical changes, such as movement or temperature)
    sensors