Jakarta Sea Level Rise Flashcards
What is the primary environmental issue facing Jakarta?
Jakarta is sinking due to a combination of sea level rise and illegal underground aquifer draining.
Sea level rise is attributed to climate change, while illegal draining is often due to lack of access to public drinking water.
How much is the ground in Jakarta dropping each year?
Up to 25 centimetres a year.
This rapid subsidence is significantly impacting the urban landscape and infrastructure.
What is one of the main reasons residents in Jakarta illegally drain underground aquifers?
Lack of access to public drinking water.
This scarcity forces many inhabitants to seek alternative water sources.
How many people live in Jakarta?
Approximately 32 million people.
This makes Jakarta one of the most populous cities in the world, increasing the stakes of the environmental crisis.
What actions are urban planners in Jakarta taking in response to the sinking city?
They are trying to fend off the worst impacts of the sinking.
Planners are exploring various strategies to mitigate the effects of subsidence and flooding.
True or False: The sea provides only benefits to the people of Jakarta.
False.
While the sea delivers food, it also brings floods, which pose a significant threat.
Fill in the blank: The inhabitants of Jakarta are draining underground aquifers because they often don’t have access to _______.
public drinking water.
This issue highlights the broader challenges of water management in urban areas.
What are the two primary factors contributing to the sinking of Jakarta?
- Sea level rise due to climate change
- Illegal draining of underground aquifers
What is the consequence of the ground sinking in Jakarta for its urban infrastructure?
Increased risk of flooding and damage to infrastructure.
As the ground sinks, the city becomes more vulnerable to water-related disasters.
