a state of being able to be maintained at a certain level economically, socially and environmentally without compromising any future ability to achieve the same level

an overcrowding of traffic in a particular space

a system where people can park their cars just outside the CBD and then take public transport into the centre

Living sustainably in urban environments

Geography

Global trends in urbanisation

Factors affecting the growth of cities

Using GIS to visualise global trends in urbanisation

This unit teaches pupils about patterns and trends in global urbanisation. Pupils study regional variations, patterns and growth in urbanisation and the development of megacities. Pupils also learn about the changing factors affecting growth, urban land uses and sustainable urban living.

Patterns of global urbanisation

Meeting the needs of the present without compromising the future

Rapid urbanisation with minimal regulations

What does sustainable urban living aim to achieve?

Which of the following is **not** a key feature of a sustainable city?

It increases traffic congestion by slowing down cars

It leads to more accidents due to slower driving

It improves traffic flow by reducing sudden braking and collisions

It has no effect on road safety or congestion

Which of the following is a potential benefit of reducing speed limits in cities?

By reducing traffic congestion and air pollution

By making commuting longer and more expensive

How can public transport help create a more sustainable city?

The decline of cities due to economic downturn

The growth of urban areas due to migration and natural increase

Which continent currently has the highest urban population percentage?

What is the term for a city with more than 10 million people?

Which factor is **not** a main driver of urbanisation?

Job opportunities and better living conditions in cities

What is the primary cause of urbanisation in developing countries?

Which of the following is a challenge caused by rapid urbanisation?

Starter Quiz