The reading this week about the changes made in Curitiba, Brazil, and listening to former Mayor and Architect, Jaime Lerner, proves the well-known saying that “where there’s a will, there’s a way”. Over thirty years, Curitiba’s policy makers pulled together a lot of theory and from it, produced a working reality in conjunction with the people. I have a different attitude; it really can be done, even in my city. Developing nations seem to have ready access to the “lack-of-finances” crutch when it comes to putting things right, or the “there are more pressing issues” excuse, but what is more pressing than being able to live a good quality life? The climate change issue and its attendant problems are really not beyond us, I believe if every city …show more content…
According to Jaime Lerner, “ Cities can be part of the solution for climate change through an equation of “co-responsibility.” City of Dreams, (2006). At Curitiba, the population was growing and so were the number of cars, however, in putting people first and trying to solve the problem of congestion, they also addressed air pollution over time. This is the thinking that shapes my attitudes today; I am convinced that even as we attempt to meet human needs sustainably, the planet’s problems will also be alleviated, and vice versa.
Any measures to make my city more environmentally sustainable, will be simple, it will not be imported, but will be developed based on where we are presently. The benefits to having a plan is that, as funds become available, projects will be embarked upon until the vision for the city materializes. I would address it from the following three-pronged people approach because of the multiple benefits that can be derived, for both people and the
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Provide a robust and efficient waste disposal and recycling system – Contamination of the soil, ecosystems, the food chain and water supply is reduced. “...soil and groundwater contamination are not the only direct adverse effects of improper waste management activities - recent studies have also shown that greenhouse gas emissions from the wastes are significant, exacerbating global climate change.” Doršner, (2015). Once landfills are filled and covered properly, they become safer and the land can be re-used e.g. for some sports. Hopefully, there will also be fewer incidences of chronic illnesses due to exposure to harmful waste. Open burning of waste will no longer be necessary, further reducing toxins released into the atmosphere. A dedicated recycling program will be developed to teach all ages, the ‘reduce, reuse and recycle’ concept, and an effective system put in place to collect and dispose of the various waste
Topic: This research proposal relates closely to the textbook, Garbology, Our Love Affair with Trash. Edward Humes discusses how current landfills are constructed to protect the environment from leachate in several chapters, but in Chapter 4, “The Last and Future Kingdom,” he writes about the dangers of landfills built before the 1990s (2013). Landfills built before the 1991 regulations are not required to install barriers that protect the groundwater from carcinogens. According to the American Cancer Society, prolonged exposure to carcinogens in the environment can lead to cancer ( “Known and Probable,”2017).
DeekshithKumar Thadishetti Professor mankerian LS 690 July 31 2015 Climate change is one of the global issue that requires multiperspective approach. One of the key cause of climate change is air pollution. Air pollution occurs as a result of release of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. There are two key sources of air pollution that should be targeted if the air pollution is to be reduced. The first source is the industrial stationay sources, which include electric power facilities.
The federal government of Canada is working with provinces and territories to reach ambitious stated in international agreements and lead the world towards a low-carbon, climate resilient economy. Particularly, for helping more people to adapt the climate change in the world, the government will deliver on Canada’s international climate-finance commitment of $2.65 billion by 2020. This actions could help support the poorest and most vulnerable countries to adapt to the adverse effects of climate change, and help achieve sustained emissions reductions in developing countries. Besides, the government also explores tools related to acquiring internationally transferred mitigation outcomes under the Paris Agreement and engages international partners to ensure that trade rules support climate
These are the effects of recycling: Cleaner world No overflowing landfills No more animals getting
Annotated Bibliography: How Climate Change Is Affecting Our Planet Controversy statement: Climate change is been debated for over centuries now. People all around the world are taking action and reducing burning fossils to minimize the gasses in the atmosphere. Many people believe that climate change doesn't exists. But there are a lot of controversial topics that proves that climate change is real. In my opinion, climate change is slowly killing us and destroying our planet.
My ultimate ideal sustainable city or neighborhood would be to have very accessible ways to walk or bicycle through the streets, promoting this way of transportation will reduce air pollution, congestion of the roads, but will
Conclusion In conclusion, the “Parable of the Sower” portrays cities as places to avoid rather than being sanctuaries due to the lack of safety and the adverse influences of corporations. However, the novel does provide some hope by proving that if we start realizing problems and planning ahead, then, cities could change and become more livable in the future. As more people move to urban areas, the way we plan, manage and develop our cities will be fundamental in creating a fair, safe, healthy and sustainable
Imagine living in a world where the air is polluted and most people are afraid to step outside their front door, in the near future, this may be reality for Americans. Americans throw out over 200 million tons of garbage a year, yet recycle not nearly as much. Most people do not realize it but recycling is a vital part of America’s society and if Americans do not perform this action, it will backfire on them. People in America are debating whether Americans are recycling enough and correctly. After analyzing the data, one will definitely agree that Americans need to be more educated on recycling due to the fact that most people do not know what happens after they recycle an item, nearly all Americans are recycling incorrectly, and Am To begin,
Meanwhile, the methods of waste disposal have improved over time. Also, that getting rid of garbage is quickly becoming a big problem due to our methods of waste disposal are only a temporary solution. Moreover; the waste that can’t decompose
But that still won’t get rid of pollution. Not everyone needs to stop doing any activities that causes pollution. But, everyone needs to at least try to reduce the amount of activities they do that cause pollution. Simple acts from using common transportation to reusing plastic bags are extremely helpful to our environment and future environment. Start acting now before it’s too late.
In recent years, the topic of saving the Earth from Humans has shown itself in many conversations amongst the people of the public. Saving the World will be an issue we must solve in the near future because we are causing a mass extinction for animals, and we are harming and killing humans, but we can resolve it by using technology to reduce global warming and setting aside reserves. The most important thing humans must do in regards to this topic is begin to educate themselves and others on how drastic we must be in regards to it. The first major issue that must be made clear is the great peril animals are in, and what this means for the planet and humans.
Climate Change is one of the most unsettling problems mankind faces today. It leaves an impact on every single living thing, on every continent, no matter the privilege. Long term investment must be used to change the world. People must do more than just change out their light bulbs for eco-friendly ones, or drive fuel efficient cars. A choice as simple as changing our diets could reduce a human’s carbon footprint by fifty percent.
Recycling reduces the rate of pollution, and pollution affects human conditions. As an example, in a landfill, the chemicals that are decomposing are releasing air toxins, harming human's senses. Hydrogen sulfate gases are an example of harmful chemicals, and these gases can cause respiratory problems and irritation in the eyes and nose. When the waste material that could be recycled is burned, that process also releases a whole mass of toxins that people breathe. Finally, recycling helps people in terms of health and
pg. 4). Sometimes I wish that global warming is just the world pulling a prank on us, but I feel its not doing that with us. Global warming is one of the greatest discussions this world has ever had. The U.S.A. is discussing why this is happening. In the unsigned article Global Warming the writer wrote, ” Crowded landfills, polluted water, and poor air quality are just a few of the environmental problems that affect both industrial and developing nations”(“Global” par.1).
Introduction People tend to consume a lot, when there is consumption, there is waste – and that waste becomes a big problem that needs taken care of, which costs a lot of time, space and resources. If not managed, in turn, the world that we live in will become a hazardous place for all living things. According to the World Bank, people throughout the world, “spend $2.3 trillion a year on food and beverages alone” (Global Consumption Database, 2018), that is quite a lot. In addition to that, the world count mentions that, “we throw out over 50 tons of household waste every second. A number that will double by 2030”