Resilient Cities Flashcards
(48 cards)
What percentage of global income is generated by cities?
80%
This statistic highlights the economic significance of urban areas worldwide.
Which city contributes over 10% of the total national GDP of the USA?
New York
New York is one of the most economically influential cities globally.
Name two cities that are highly exposed to the threat of climate change.
Mumbai, Manila
These cities are among the most at risk due to their geographical contexts.
What is the population of Mumbai, India?
20.7 million
Mumbai faces significant risks from climate change, including potential submersion.
True or False: Cairo is at risk of losing 10% of its population due to a 1-meter rise in sea level.
True
This is critical given the large population living in vulnerable areas.
What is a chronic stress that affects urban resilience?
Social and ethnic segregation
This stress contributes to inequalities and social tensions in cities.
Fill in the blank: Resilience generally refers to the ability to ______ from an adverse event.
bounce back
In the context of cities, this includes recovering from disasters like earthquakes.
What city is known as a Resilient City Champion for its strong governance?
Surat
Surat has developed a comprehensive Resilient City Strategy.
List three strategies included in Surat’s Resilient City Strategy.
- Improve mobility
- Affordable housing schemes
- Climate research
These strategies address various aspects of urban resilience.
What major risk does Santiago face according to the Lloyd’s City Resilience Index?
Natural disasters
These include earthquakes and floods, impacting urban planning.
What is the vision for Santiago’s development?
A human-scale driven development
This vision emphasizes prioritizing people over cars and economic interests.
What is one of the goals of Santiago’s Comprehensive Mobility Plan?
Provide sustainable transport
This plan aims to encourage less reliance on cars and improve connectivity.
What percentage of the city of Dhaka could be underwater by 2050?
17%
This projection highlights the urgency of addressing climate change impacts.
What is the main factor contributing to Surat’s geopolitical and security risk?
Civil unrest
This unrest is driven by rapid urban growth and inequality.
Name one strategy Surat employs for water security.
Rainwater harvesting
This is part of a broader effort to manage water resources sustainably.
What event is associated with a major flood in Surat, India?
The flood in 2006
This flood submerged 75% of the city and spurred resilience efforts.
Fill in the blank: Chronic problems within cities, such as ______ and inequality, can lead to city fragility.
poverty
These issues create vulnerabilities that threaten urban stability.
What is one of the key challenges for urban governance in Santiago?
Territorial fragmentation
This fragmentation complicates the integration of urban policies.
What is the impact of falling levels of crime on public trust?
People have little faith in police control and witness many low-level incidents that go uncontrolled, reducing trust in authorities and impacting social cohesion.
What is the focus of urban planning in relation to crime prevention?
Urban planning needs to keep public safety at its centre, with an emphasis on recovering public space and derelict plots to create more community space.
What type of crime prevention will be introduced?
Community-based crime prevention will be introduced.
What role will public participation play in urban initiatives?
All initiatives will include high levels of public participation.
What is the purpose of the Digital Networking Platform in risk management?
It enables citizens to communicate through a GIS mapping system for direct communication with emergency responders, improving efficiency.
What approach will the city adopt for disaster management?
A multi-agency approach including government authorities, meteorological and river basin agencies, media, and civil defence agencies.
