Curitiba Flashcards
What was it known as and what is it called today?
“sleeping city” vs “greenest city on earth”
How much did to population grow from 1940-1960?
from 140,000 to 360,000
What type of transport system do they have?
integrated
How much were travel times reduced from prepayment system and tubular bus stops?
1/3
What are the bus companies paid for?
KM’s travelled not number of passengers
What % of Curitiba use the BRT?
85%
How much cheaper is the BRT in comparison to a subway?
500x (works and same speed and capacity)
How many people does the BRT transport everyday in comparison to London’s tube?
2million vs 3million
Who pedestrianised a street in 72 hours?
Jamie Lerner (mayor and architect)
When did they start recycling?
1980s (one of the first for city wide recycling)
How much is recycled?
2/3 or 70%
What is the ‘Green exchange”?
low income population recycle in exchange for green belt products (food/bus tickets in return)
How many people take part in the “Green exchange”?
90%
How many residents use the trash for tokens exchange?
10,000
