Sustainable City- Poorer Flashcards

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What is the population of Curitiba?

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2million

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What scheme helps reduce waste and how does it help?

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Cambio verde scheme- Means exchange for greens (fruit+vegetables)
Exchange your rubbish for food, less rubbish in streets
Can then recycle waste collected, less impact on landfill sites
Less water and ground pollution

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What is the transport scheme called in Curitiba and how does it help?

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Bus rapid transport system (BRTS)
Less cars, less congestion, less CO2 emissions
Dedicated lane, quicker commute time, more work
Affordable for all, more people use it
Connects cities together
A bus stop within 400m everywhere, e.g 800m intervals

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What things are in new houses in Curitiba that make it suistainable?

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COHABI housing scheme:
Sewage and water systems- Less water pollution, less waste on streets
Rain collecting water tanks

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What is the case study for a poorer sustainable city?

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Cajuru, Curitiba, Brazil

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