Ch 9 - Sustainable Development of Housing Flashcards
How does housing affect the natural environment?
- Use of natural resources 🍃
- Environmental pollution 🏭
Impact of use of natural resources
deforestation / clearing of land
How does house development lead to use of natural resources?
Forests are cleared to make space for housing developments.
Why is land cleared / deforested?
To level uneven surfaces
What is pollution?
It is the introduction of subsatnces that do not normally belong in the environment.
2 ways population can affect environmental pollution
- waste
- energy
In terms of waste, how can the population affect pollution?
- higher population density
- generates more waste
- dispose waste improperly
- POLLUTION
In terms of energy, how can the population affect pollution?
- high level of electricity consumption
- more burning of fossil fuels
- AIR POLLUTION
How does access to housing affect people?
- Provision of basic needs
- Presence of amenities
- Presence of communities
Housing provides people with shelter, sanitation facilities, water and electricity, whis is..
a basic human need
How does provision of basic needs improve the QOL of people?
Sanitation** reduces outbreak of diseases** and improves people’s wellbeing and overall health.
Examples of amenities
- provision stores
- sports hall
- swimming pool
How does presence of amenities improve the QOL of people?
- Access to a wide variety of food and medical sevices
- Goods and services can be acquired from nearby
- Easy travel
- Recreation / healthcare / fitness
How does housing allow formation of communities?
They have spaces for social gatherings ( e.g. community gardens, playgrounds)
How does spaces for social gatherings help?
It allows people to meet their social needs easier.
How does presence of communities improve the QOL of people?
- residents will get to know people within their neighbourhood
- make friends, seek companionship
- foster a sense of belonging
How can housing be managed sustainably?
- Integrated land-use plannning
- Provision of inclusive public housing
- Environmental features in buildings
- Improvements to the conditions of slums
Example of integrated land use planning
Punggol New Town
Disadvantage of integrated land use planing
requires the coordination of many stakeholders
Example of inclusive public housing
- 3Gen flats
- Community Care Apartment
- Inclusive playground
Advantage of inclusive housing
Residents will feel a greater sense of belonging
Disadvantages of inclusive housing
costly/expensive
Example of environmental features
- solar panels
- green walls/roof
Advantage of environmental features
cost savings in the long run
Disadvantage of environmental features
inconvenience to residents
Example of improvements to the conditions of slums
Favela Bairro, Brazil
Advantage of improving slums
Occupants will be more motivated to invest in their own homes
Disadvantages of improving slums
- Cause problems to future city developments
- Crime rates, unemployment and stigmatism unresolved
