Movement of Carbon - Urban Sprawl

Question 1

How much of the population live in urban areas?

Answer 1

Over half.

Its expected to grow to 60% by 2030 with urban areas growing at a rate of 1.3 million every week.

Question 2

In an urban area where do co2 emissions come from?

Answer 2

Transport.
Industry.
Domestic use.
Added to the cement manufacturing for infrastructure.

Question 3

In 2012 cities were responsible for how much co2 emissions?

Answer 3

47%

Predicted to increase to 49% in 2030.

Question 4

In 2012 which cities (above 0.5 million) emitted the most co2 on average?

Answer 4

North America - 15.6%
China - 6.3%
Overall eastern Europe and ex xoviet states.