Rio - urban development Flashcards

(7 cards)

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overview of Rio

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SE Brazil - south america
population of 6.7 million in city + 12 million in metro
rapid urban growth –> expnsion of Favelas

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social challenges

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  • high levels of poverty ( 1million p / 20% of pop)
  • poor access to clean water, sanitation and healthcare
  • crime and gang violence is prevalent in some areas
  • overcrowding = disease
  • heavy congestion = long commuting times
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economic challenges

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  • high unemployment
  • large informal economy = unstable + no social security
  • inequality between south zone and favelas
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environmental challenges

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  • pollution in rivers and coastal areas
  • traffic congestion in urban areas
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social responses and oppurtunities

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  • Pacifying Police Units (UPPs) to reduce gang control in favelas
  • favela upgrading programme - sanitation, electricity
  • BRT systems - improve access and travel time
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economic responses and opportunities

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  • 2016 olymipcs encouraged investment and boosted infrastructure
  • tourism
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favela Barrio Project

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paved roads
improved sanitation
provided healthcare and schools
installed electricity
improved lots of favelas BUT not all

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