Sustainable urban development Flashcards
1
Q
Define livability.
A
best describes the natural, physical, social and economic dimensions of sustainability in an urban context
2
Q
What are the inputs of an eco city?
A
- (local) food and goods
- conservation and use of renewable energy
- people
3
Q
What happens within an eco city?
A
recycling of organic and inorganic waste
4
Q
Give an example of an eco city.
A
Copenhagen (Denmark)
5
Q
Define city sustainability.
A
meeting present needs while ensuring sustainable resources and conditions for future generations and improving the quality of life on health in both the ecological and social environment
6
Q
How can a city be sustainable?
A
- local food production
- renewable energy production
- public transportation
- electric vehicle charging stations
- waste reduction
- water conservation
7
Q
Give an example of a Eco development in London.
A
BedZED
