Geo 1
What makes a great urban space?
easy to get to and get through; it is visible both from a distance and up close, a complex ecosystem that draws together spatial, functional, and emotional qualities to unlock multi-faceted experiences that are greater than the sum of their parts.
types of land use and density
Residential, Commercial, Institutional/Public, Industrial, Open Space/vacant, Environmental,
what's a 20-minute neighbourhood
all about 'living locally' and enabling people to meet most of their daily needs within a 20-minute return walk from home.
Where does the majority of population growth occur in Canada?
1. The majority of Canadian population growth occurs in urbanized parts of Canada, namely in the Great Toronto Area (GTA).
2.
uneven growth patterns
many new residential neighbourhoods, recreation centers, schools, and shopping malls are being built in some cities
but in other cities, these is little construction and and some buildings are empty
What is biocapacity?
The average amount of land available to support each person.
what makes cities liveable and sustainable?
access to fresh water, food, housing, transport, health care, education, and a safe and stable built and natural environment.
sustainability and liveability on a global level
idk what that means
what is 2+2
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What is urban sprawl and how does urban sprawl impact farmland?
1. Urban sprawl is defined as the spread of urbanization in rural areas, and the building of car-centric towns/cities
2. Their inability to maintain cultural practices with their current population, and the lack of available resources
What is the connection between the HDI and the EF as it pertains to sustainability and liveability?
idk
the principles of Smart Growth
Higher density.
Mixed-use zoning/complete communities.
Effective public transportation.
Active transportation infrastructure.
Protecting green space (or expanding).
Intensification
urban sprawl - definition and characteristics
"the spreading of urban developments (such as houses, dense multi family apartments, office buildings and shopping centers) on undeveloped land near a more or less densely populated city" (wikipedia)
yk what it is
Why is having an effective transportation system important for the liveability of a community?
1.
-walkability (reduces carbon footprint)
- affordable transportation
-Allows kids to achieve independence more easily
- makes streets safer
2.
-High carbon tax
-Low neighbourhood walkability
-Large roads decimate ecosystems
-Wasted time
-Wasted money
What are the arguments for and against Canadians reducing our ecological footprints?
idk
what is Human Development Index
a summary measure of average achievement in key dimensions/ quality of life of human development
car dependent suburbs vs Smart Growth areas
stuff
What are greenbelts and what are their advantages?
A green belt is a policy, and land-use zone designation used in land-use planning to retain areas of largely undeveloped, wild, or agricultural land surrounding or neighboring urban areas. Keeps urban areas denser and protects living beings
How does the 20-minute neighbourhood affect the following?
People with disabilities and the elderly?
1. Transport becomes more accessible for those who can’t drive/walk
2. Streets become safer and schools become closer so they can go on their own
3. Transportation costs get majorly cut as transit takes less time
What is the Happy Planet Index? What does it measure?
measure of sustainable wellbeing
what is Ecological Footprint
It is a measure that indicates how much resources from the environment are required to support a specific way of life or business
what is a donut cities
A city whose centre has deteriorated or declined as a result of rapid growth of the surrounding suburbs.
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How does the 20-minute neighbourhood affect the following? - Nature? - Health? - Happiness levels?
1. Less cars means more environmentally friendly cities
2. Nearby hospitals make healthcare easier to get to. CLoser together communities means more people to rely on in crisis
3. People tend to be happier in these communities as there is more to do, it’s easier to form communities, and frustrations of commuting are rare.
(not chapter 14 but wtv) What's rural city and what urban city
- rural areas comprise open country and settlements with fewer than 2,000 housing units and 5,000 residents
- An urban area includes the city itself, as well as the surrounding areas and are very developed, meaning there is a density of human structures, such as houses, commercial buildings, roads, bridges, and railways.