presence of harmful substances in the environment, such as in the air, water or soil, which can damage ecosystems and human health

water found underground in soil, sand and rock. It is stored in aquifers and can be used as a source of water for drinking or industry

a situation where there are too many vehicles on the roads, causing traffic to move slowly or come to a standstill, leading to longer journey times and increased pollution

Challenges associated with urban growth: environmental issues

Geography

Location and importance of Jakarta

Social opportunities associated with urban growth

Economic opportunities associated with urban growth

Challenges associated with urban growth: housing

Challenges associated with urban growth: people and the economy

Urban planning: improving quality of life for the urban poor in Jakarta

Strategies for achieving sustainability: 'top-down' strategies

Strategies for achieving sustainability: 'bottom-up' strategies

This unit teaches pupils about the development, importance and characteristics of Jakarta, an emerging country/NEE. Pupils will study the opportunities and challenges associated with the growth of the city, considering issues such as housing, services, the environment and sustainability.

Jakarta: case study of a major city in a Newly Emerging Economy

Harmful substances in air, water, or soil

Roads too full of vehicles, causing long delays

Match the keywords with their correct definitions:

Traffic, especially old motorbikes and diesel vehicles

What is the most common source of air pollution in Jakarta?

Many residents in Jakarta rely on {{}} because piped water is limited.

Jakarta’s air pollution mainly comes from factories

Traffic is a major cause of pollution in Jakarta

Which of these statements is most accurate?

What is a key reason people move to Jakarta from rural areas?

Which of the following is part of Jakarta’s formal economy?

What kind of problems do kampungs face in Jakarta?

It is a centre for global finance and trade

Why does much of Jakarta struggle with flooding?

Starter Quiz