Urban Issues & Challenges Quizs

Brownfield site:

• Land that has been built on before and is being reused.

• A site that has never been developed before.

• A site that is currently under construction.

• A site that is abandoned and left untouched.

Makoko Floating School - opportunities:

• Provided schooling for approximately 100 children who previously had limited access to formal education.

• Built entirely from imported materials to ensure durability.

• Designed to be a luxury facility for wealthy families.

• Focused solely on providing vocational training for adults.

Urban:

• Built-up areas such as towns and cities

• Rural areas with open fields

• Desert regions with sparse population

• Coastal areas with fishing villages

Example - Freiburg, Germany: Water conservation

• Rainwater harvesting increases infiltration through green roofs, unpaved tramways, and pervious paths.

• Rainwater harvesting decreases the need for irrigation in urban areas.

• Rainwater harvesting is primarily used for recreational purposes.

• Rainwater harvesting has no impact on urban flooding.

opportunities of London - urban greening:

• 47% of London is green space, including parks, woodlands, cemeteries, and gardens, which provide air filtering, flood risk reduction, and wildlife habitats.

• Urban greening in London is primarily focused on increasing the number of skyscrapers and commercial buildings.

• London's urban greening efforts have led to a significant increase in traffic congestion and pollution.

• Urban greening in London has no impact on physical and mental health.

3 strands of sustainability

• Social, economic, and environmental sustainability

• Political, cultural, and technological sustainability

• Physical, emotional, and financial sustainability

• Historical, geographical, and ecological sustainability

Challenges faced by the Makoko Floating School.

• The school was damaged by heavy rain in 2016 and eventually collapsed due to durability issues.

• The school was able to accommodate all children in Makoko and was recognized by the Nigerian government.

• The school was built to withstand heavy storms and had a large capacity for students.

• The school was funded by the Nigerian government and had no issues with its structure.

Challenges of Lagos (healthcare):

• Healthcare facilities in Lagos are inadequate.

• Lagos has the best healthcare facilities in Nigeria.

• Everyone in Lagos has access to affordable healthcare.

• Healthcare in Lagos is free for all residents.

Inequality in London boroughs

• North/east London boroughs are generally less wealthy than south/west boroughs.

• Home ownership is higher in north/east boroughs.

• Life expectancy is the same across all London boroughs.

• School outcomes are better in Newham than in Kensington and Chelsea.

Growth of London in the 18th century

• London became an important port and manufacturing hub during the Industrial Revolution.

• London was primarily known for its agricultural production in the 18th century.

• London's population decreased significantly during the 18th century.

• London was a small town with limited trade opportunities.