Nuova Pescara as a Hyper-City: Challenges and Issues of a Merger Project

This paper examines the formation of Nuova Pescara as an opportunity to tackle these challenges in an integrated and innovative manner. It proposes a departure from traditional urban development models, which often prioritize horizontal expansion at odds with crucial goals such as soil sealing limitation, climate adaptation, and ecological and energy transitions. Instead, the paper advocates for models centered on urban regeneration, increased density, diversification, complexity, and the enhancement of natural and cultural resources.