Urban Issues And Challenges Flashcards
What is urbanisation
The increase in the number of people living in urban areas E.g. towns and cities
What are the causes of urbanisation
Rural to urban migration, natural increase
What is a mega city
A city with more than 10 million people
What is sustainable urban living
Living in cities in a way that doesn’t pollute the environment and using resources in ways that ensures future generations can use them
What are examples of sustainable urban living
Recycling, creating green space, energy conservation
What are traffic congestion solutions
Congestion charge, widen roads, public transport
What are opportunities in London
Culture mix, integrated transport, urban greening, employment, recreation and entertainment
What are challenges in London
Education, health, employment, housing
What are some of the pros of queens Elizabeth Olympic park regeneration
400 affordable homes built, 1439 homes built, 3000 new jobs created, cleaned up canal, Hereeast
What are some cons of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
People lost there homes and where displaced due to it being knocked down, 11000 jobs lost
What are the Challenges in Rio
Crime, Health, education and water supply
What are the opportunities in Rio
Employment, healthcare and education
What are the solutions to favelas
Afro ragge, pacification, urban planning
What is the case study for HIC regeneration
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
