Sustainable cities

What is the definition of a sustainable city?

A city designed to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

A city with tall buildings and advanced technology

A city that uses renewable energy sources

A city with efficient public transportation systems

Which of the following is an example of a sustainable practice in urban planning?

Promoting mixed-use development

Encouraging car-dependent communities

Implementing green building standards

Disregarding waste management practices

Expanding urban sprawl

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of sustainable cities?

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions

Improved air quality

Increased traffic congestion

Enhanced quality of life for residents

Which of the following is an example of a sustainable transportation option?

What is the purpose of green spaces in sustainable cities?

To improve air quality and provide recreational areas for residents.

To increase urban density and reduce land use.

To create barriers between different neighborhoods.

To promote car-dependent communities.

What is the concept of urban resilience in sustainable cities?

The ability of a city to withstand and recover from shocks and stresses.City's ability to bounce back from challenges

City's capacity to adapt to changing conditions excluding climate change.

City's resilience to natural disasters including war

Which of the following is an example of sustainable waste management?

Implementing recycling programs

Dumping waste in landfills without proper treatment

Promoting composting and organic waste diversion

Burning waste in incinerators without energy recovery

Encouraging single-use plastic consumption

What is the role of renewable energy in sustainable cities?

To reduce reliance on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change.

To increase energy consumption and dependence on non-renewable resources.

To promote air pollution and environmental degradation.

To support equality and effective communication.

What is the importance of community engagement in sustainable city development?

Community engagement ensures that the needs and aspirations of residents are considered in decision-making processes.

Community engagement hinders progress and slows down development.

Community engagement promotes inequality and exclusion.

Community engagement is not relevant to sustainable city development.

More Quizzes