Environmental Challenges
Sinking by about 25 cm annually
What major environmental issue is Jakarta facing due to rapid land subsidence?
The BeltLine
What is the name of the urban renewal project in Atlanta that includes a 22-mile network of trails?
13
How many dams are on the Chattahoochee River?
Dutch colonial rule
What historical event led to the construction of canals in Jakarta?
To manage stormwater through natural filtration
What is a rain garden used for?
Its location on a low-lying delta where 13 rivers converge
What is a significant cause of flooding in Jakarta?
To alleviate congestion and protect from natural disasters
What is the purpose of moving Indonesia's capital from Jakarta to Nusantara?
2.4 billion gallons
What is the capacity of the emergency water supply in Atlanta's Westside Park?
The prevention of mass transit projects linking black and white communities
What was a significant result of segregationist policies in Atlanta?
It allows water to infiltrate the ground, reducing runoff
What is the benefit of pervious pavement?
A dwindling supply of drinking water
What environmental challenge does Atlanta face related to its water supply?
To transform empty lots into a sustainable urban oasis
What is the goal of Rodney Cook Sr. Park in Atlanta?
To protect and conserve the Chattahoochee River and its watershed
What is the primary mission of the Chattahoochee Riverkeeper organization?
It was established to preserve a segment of the river from development
What is the historical significance of the Chattahoochee National Recreation Area?
By capturing and filtering up to 10 million gallons of water during storms
How does Rodney Cook Sr. Park help with stormwater management?
Sedimentation
What is a common pollution problem in Georgia streams?
Driverless pods or bus rapid transit
What type of transportation is being considered for the BeltLine's second phase?
Thousands of overflows and spills of untreated sewage
What was a major issue with Atlanta's sewer system in the past?
Rampant real estate development exacerbated infrastructural problems
What was the impact of Suharto's regime on Jakarta's infrastructure?
A container that uses plants and soil to filter stormwater
What is a stormwater planter?
Rapid urbanization and inadequate city planning
What is the main reason for Jakarta's poor air quality?
Connect Downtown with Midtown and create public spaces over I-85
What is the Stitch project in Atlanta designed to do?
To capture and treat stormwater at its source
What is the main function of green infrastructure in stormwater management?
He struggled against segregationist policies and promoted civil rights
What role did Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. play in Atlanta's history?
To treat stormwater and improve water quality
What is the purpose of constructed wetlands?