All Flashcards
Cause: Increased impervious surfaces in urban areas. Effect?
Increased runoff and reduced groundwater recharge.
Cause: Burning fossil fuels in urban areas. Effect?
Increased CO2 emissions and air pollution.
Cause: Deforestation for urban development. Effect?
Reduced carbon sequestration and habitat loss.
Cause: Urban sprawl. Effect?
Habitat loss, water pollution, increased resource strain.
Cause: Increased fertilizer use in urban areas. Effect?
Increased nitrogen runoff and water pollution.
How can public transportation promote sustainability?
Reduces traffic congestion and air pollution.
How do green spaces contribute to sustainable urban development?
Increase carbon sequestration, reduce urban heat island effect, provide habitat.
How do energy-efficient buildings support sustainability?
Reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
How does limiting urban sprawl promote sustainability?
Minimizes environmental impact and preserves natural habitats.
How can urban planning promote sustainability?
Reduce environmental impacts by carefully planning land use and infrastructure.
What is Urbanization?
Increase in people living in cities/towns; population shift from rural to urban areas.
Define Urban Sprawl.
Urban growth spreading into rural areas with little to no planning.
What is Sustainable Urban Development?
Meeting current needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs.