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Cities are rarely planned with the long-term in mind. As a result, urban living can be socially and environmentally unsustainable. But not always: Nick Sharp has a provocative vision of a city built to last forever. 
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" Earth is changing rapidly, and an increasing number of scientists say that humans have become the dominant force driving these changes. While the term has no formal definition, many agree that we are now living in an age shaped by human activity: the Anthropocene. Evidence for the Anthropocene ranges from worldwide population booms to the expansive transformation of the landscape. But solutions are cropping up at the local level that could help create a more resilient global community."
Tags: ESRI, anthropocene, environment depend, sustainability.
Truthbehere2's curator insight,
December 5, 2014 10:01 AM
Well duh...we are very greedy leeches that don't want to take the time to restore and repair what we take and destroy... 
Kristen McDaniel's curator insight,
December 8, 2014 10:58 AM
Excellent use of an Esri Storymap to outline how humans have changed Earth over time.
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Singapore has roughly 5.4 million people crammed into 716 square kilometers (276 square miles), making it the most densely populated country in the world. This country—whose area is less than a quarter of that of Rhode Island—does not have enough room for agriculture and thus imports over 90% of its food from other countries all over the world.
Tony Hall's insight:
This is perfect for the IB Geo theme Urban Environments! SO glad I found this today as I want to focus on sustainability this coming week!
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In 2013, Spain produced over 20 percent of its energy with wind turbines; questions remain over its economic stability
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What do people think of this? Good news or no? Is it viable in an economic sense? Does economics really count when people are doing something for the greater good? Will this decision prove to be a good one in 20 years? 50years? 100 years?
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Space-age gadgetry is out and 1960s simplicity appears to be back in favour when it comes to low-emissions living.
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This is a really interesting idea. I like the recycling angle, as well as the simplicity. Thoughts?
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The city of Sao Paulo is home to 20 million Brazilians, making it the 12th largest mega-city on a planet dominated by shortsighted humans. Shockingly, it has only 60 days of water supply remaining. The city "has about two months of guaranteed wa...
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This is just a little bit scary. While they don't mention it, I think Australia is moving into similar territory. Just a few years ago, the reservoir that supplies my hometown (amongst others) had fallen to 4% of its capacity. Luckily then rains came (eventually!) and things are ok for the time being. Until the next severe drought. I think this article hits the nail on the head when it makes the point that "Modern humans will not acknowledge reality until it slaps them hard in the face." There needs to be a very serious readjustment of how we use all resources, not just water. But we already knew that. Didn't we?
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Zoomable maps reveal the scope of humanity’s influence on Earth—and the innovations aiming to create a more sustainable future
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This is an interesting set of maps. I'm sure Geography teachers will find it very useful. Enjoy:)
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This case study describes the factors that have enabled 200,000–300,000 hectares (ha) of degraded land in Burkina Faso to be brought into productive use through the application of improved traditional farming techniques. It draws out important lessons regarding the diffusion and adoption of appropriate agricultural technologies, effective social organisation and the role of finance in supporting and promoting progress in sustainable agriculture.
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Curtin University is proud to announce that it is the Australian organiser for participation in the 2014 UNEP-DHI Eco Challenge 2.0.
Water is essential for all life as we know it. A simple fact that sometimes feels forgotten as political and commercial interests take priority.
UNEP-DHI Eco Challenge 2.0 provides an exciting and authentic learning experience for students aged 11-17 through the online strategic game "Aqua Republica". Addressing national curriculum priority dimensions of Sustainability and Asia and Australia's engagement with Asia the experience provides many learning opportunities across Social Studies, Science, Humanities, Health and Physical Education, English, Geography, and more. Via Kim Flintoff
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Just came across this yesterday. Looks cool! Already generating interest amongst our students:)
Tony Hall's curator insight,
February 20, 2014 1:33 AM
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This is a very interesting read. It references Ernst Schumacher's philosophy that "small is beautiful" and that we (society) "cannot consider the problem of technological production solved if it requires that we recklessly erode our finite natural capital and deprive future generations of its benefits."
It fits nicely into the IB Geography Urban Environments subtopic The Sustainable City. As read the article, a few things ran through my mind:
1. This is such a good idea!
2. It would take a long time for people from developed countries to buy into it.
3. What would it look like?
4. What can I use to get my learners to explore this