EQ4 Flashcards
What was The Big Kahuna?
It was a music festival which was being put on by the Horsham council.
Why was the Big Kahuna cancelled?
NIMBYism. Many local residents such as those living in the nearby villages of Colgate and Faygate complained about the noise and traffic it would have generated.
Who are the players involved in rural rebranding of the Lake District?
- The Forestry Commission
- Visitors
- Local residents
- New businesses
- Lake District National Park Authority
How is the Lake District well run?
Sustainable means of transport through the GoLakes project ensures interconnected services between water buses and buses around the Lake District.
How is the Lake district well connected?
GoLakes Scheme.
How is the Lake District environmentally sensitive?
There were plans to stop a zip wire from being installed on a cliff face, due to the concerns over the rare moss which grew on its face.
What are some statistics about the success of the Eden Project?
In its first 10 years, it generated £1.1 billion in revenue.
It created 650 direct jobs, and 3000 related jobs.
Who are the Players concerning the Eden Project?
The EU - Used funding of £50 million to aid deprived areas.
The National Government: South West Regional Developments Agency.
Small businesses: The Eden Project uses supplies from 2700 local suppliers.
Tourists - 13 million people visited the Eden Project in its first year.
Local people: Employment stats.
What and where is ‘rewilding’?
Rewilding is the process whereby nature is left to take its course, as no artificial waterways, or planting processes. This is occurring at the Knepp estate in Sussex, where water-violets are already making their way back onto their ponds.
What is the ‘Olympic legacy’? How is it different for different people?
Good legacy: People in London can now be made aware of environmental issues, and have access to the green spaces.
Bad legacy: Those who were relocated for construction now cannot return due to the expensive prices of the flats.
What are the new plans for regeneration around the Olympic area?
East Bank regeneration ‘Also known as Olympicopolis’. It was a multi-million pound regeneration scheme which aimed to create 10,000 jobs, and boost the economy my billions. It was going to have many new buildings such as the London College of Fashion, A new wing to the V&A, and a new branch of the BBC.
