"Wisdom begins in wonder" – Socrates
Category: Engineering
Why Stopping Dense Housing From Being Built Increases Air Pollution
10/08/22
“Why does stopping dense housing from being built increase air pollution?”
Building affordable dense housing allows people to live in walkable, transit-oriented neighborhoods. But if this can’t happen, then people will be forced to live in outlying areas and drive to work. This increased vehicular traffic results in more air pollution. This is Why Stopping Dense Housing From Being Built Increases Air Pollution.
Why Densifying Cities Can Lead to Less Air Pollution
10/06/22
“Why can densifying cities lead to less air pollution?”
Sprawl in cities leads to more car travel and therefore more air pollution. But if cities were to densify, they would reduce the need for car travel, and therefore air quality would get better. This is Why Densifying Cities Can Lead to Less Air Pollution.
Masterplanned Climate Adapted Towns
10/03/22
“How can we have master Planned climate-adapted towns?”
As the effects of climate change become more intense, people are going to demand to live in towns safe for them. One way to accomplish this is to build Masterplanned Climate Adapted Towns. These are brand new towns that are completely designed around climate adaptation, whether it be their geographic location, renewable energy storage integration, or strict building codes. An example of this can be seen in the town of Babcock Ranch Florida, which sustained minimal damage during the (as of writing) recent Hurricane Ian.
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Comparative Urban Climate Adaptation Analysis
10/02/22
“Why is comparative urban climate adaptation analysis a useful tool?”
Cities around the world have differing needs when it comes to adapting to climate change. However, looking at them together and seeing how their problems are similar/different could provide for greater understanding. To illustrate, comparing how a drought-prone city like Santiago Chile, and a flood-prone one like Dhaka Bangladesh may have to adapt can help see how practices to solve both challenges could be intertwined. This is why Comparative Urban Climate Adaptation Analysis can be so useful.
Why Piping Needs to Be Designed With the Future Climate in Mind
10/01/22
“Why does piping need to be designed with the future climate in mind?”
Climate change is going to cause climates to change. This means that infrastructure will have to be built to operate in these new conditions. Pipes are no exception to this. This is Why Piping Needs to Be Designed With the Future Climate in Mind.
Why Piping Needs to Be Designed for the Local Climatic Area in Mind
09/30/22
“Why does piping need to be designed with the local climatic area in mind?”
Piping is one of the most vital parts of many modern cities. However, the local climate can have a noticeable effect on these pieces of infrastructure due to thermal expansion and rain/snow. These can rupture pipes and leave them destroyed. But by designing these piping systems with these in mind, resilience can be achieved. This is Why Piping Needs to Be Designed with the Local Climatic Area in Mind.
How Trains Can Be Used to Evacuate Entire Communities of Refugees
09/28/22
“How can trains be used to evacuate entire communities of refugees?”
Refugees often have to evacuate their homes at a moment’s notice. However, sometimes this can lead to communities getting disjointed and separated. However, by using trains, entire communities can move at once far and together. This is How Trains Can Be Used to Evacuate Entire Communities of Refugees.
How Preventative Pipe Maintenance Can Prevent Future Public Health Catastrophes
09/27/22
“How can preventative pipe maintenance prevent future public health catastrophes?”
Pipes are the lifeblood of cities around the world. They can deliver water for cleaning, cooking, or any task. However, over time these pipes may become broken down from continuous use. Public health catastrophes can ensue if no action is taken before it’s too late, poisoning entire municipalities. But by performing preventative maintenance, the pipes will be kept functioning such a crisis can be averted. This is How Preventative Pipe Maintenance Can Prevent Future Public Health Catastrophes.
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Sending Infrastructure Funds Directly to Cities to Bypass Racist State Governments
09/26/22
“Why is sending infrastructure funds directly to cities a good idea when there is a racist state government in power?”
Racist state governments often try to block infrastructure funding to cities that are full of ethnic or social groups they despise. But by directly sending these funds to the cities, the municipality won’t have to worry about states withholding finances. This is why Sending Infrastructure Funds Directly to Cities to Bypass Racist State Governments.
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