Home Quote by Rohini Nilekani
“Work from home will relieve the pressure on urban infrastructure and land, which can be released for mass housing or public transport, and critical lung space.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Policy Forum, 2022
Remote work reduces commuter traffic, freeing up city land for housing, transit, and green spaces.
In simple terms: Working from home eases city congestion and frees land.
Key Takeaway
Promote flexible work to improve urban planning.
Themes
urban planning
environment
housing
transport
telecommuting
Mood
optimistic
pragmatic
Type
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- city planners
- employers
- real estate developers
- environmental NGOs
Key Concepts
sustainability
land use
public health
economic efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can cities incentivize remote work?
- What are the trade‑offs of reduced office space?
A Different Perspective
Limited adoption may not significantly impact existing infrastructure without broader policy changes.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
