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Inspiration
This section shares ideas and examples that have helped shape the Central Bedfordshire 2050 vision — from future design and mobility to climate action and placemaking.
Learning from others
We looked at a wide range of projects, cities, and innovations to understand how places are preparing for the future. These examples helped spark new ideas for Central Bedfordshire.
Shaping our thinking
- greener, walkable neighbourhoods designed around people, not cars
- digitally connected communities with shared infrastructure and resources
- new approaches to local food, energy and waste systems that support resilience
- buildings and spaces designed for climate adaptation and biodiversity
This inspiration helped ensure the vision for 2050 is not just ambitious but achievable — and rooted in real-world thinking.