Rio de Janeiro Case Study Flashcards
What is the population of Rio and is it Brazil’s biggest city?
- 11.7 million
- It used to be until it was overtaken in 1960 by Brasilia
Why has Rio experienced rapid growth?
Rural to Urban Migration mostly in search of jobs (usual push and pull factors unemployment,poor services,isolation,hazards etc)
What has the rapid growth lead to?
A housing shortage resulting in a lot of migrants starting off in favelas
Social challenges in Rio?
- Rural to urban migration causing friction
- Pull and push factors
- Housing shortage
- Traffic congestion and air pollution
- Street crime with tourists
Economic challenges in Rio?
- Huge difference between the rich and poor
- Poor transport links mean that people can’t travel as easily for jobs
Environmental Challenges in Rio?
- Urban Sprawl encroaching on countryside
- Severe pollution in the air from traffic and litter in tourist areas
- Waste disposal problems
Social opportunities in Rio?
- Ethnic and Cultural diversity
- Education with a high number of universities
- Community (especially in Favelas)
Economic opportunities in Rio?
- Industry is large with a large trading port and companies such as Vale mining
- Tourism
- Sport
Environmental opportunities in Rio?
- Beaches such as Copacabana
- Urban forests
Where is Rio?
South America,South East Brazil.
What does Rio supply to the rest of the world?
- Crude oil and semi finished steel through the ports
- Tourism due to landmarks and beaches
How is Rio managing some of the problems?
- Rural support to try and stop so many people escaping to the city
- Pacification to try and reduce crime
- Self help schemes so people can improve their homes