"Wisdom begins in wonder" – Socrates
Category: Urban Systems
Why Is Driving More Dangerous in the First Rain After a Dry Spell
11/08/22
“Why is driving more dangerous in the first rain after a dry spell?”
Cars drip oil onto the road when they run. Over time, these oil spills will build up. When it begins to rain after a long dry spell, the oil will slush away and form a coat. This slippery surface will cause cars to hydroplane and crash. This is Why Driving is More Dangerous in the First Rain After a Dry Spell.
Climate Variation Within Cities
11/06/22
“How can climate vary within a city?”
People often think of cities as having a uniform climate. However, some cities are so large or have geographic features that lead to variations of climate within themselves. One example is San Francisco California, where its proximity to the ocean and dozens of hills lead to multiple microclimates throughout the town.
Vehicle Fleets to Evacuate Climate Refugees
11/05/22
“How can we use vehicle fleets to evacuate climate refugees?”
Climate disasters may force massive numbers of refugees to evacuate a given area. However, if they don’t have adequate transport many can become stranded. Because of this, it is important for governments and organizations to develop Vehicle Fleets to Evacuate Climate Refugees. This can come in the form of buses, helicopters, boats, and many others.
Why Housing Abundance Will Make it Easier for Climate Refugees to Move
11/03/22
“Why will housing abundance make it easier for climate refugees to move?”
Climate refugees need to move often. One of the biggest hurdles is finding a place suitable to their needs. If there is an abundance of housing, then they will have more options and make it easier to go where they need. This is Why Housing Abundance Will Make it Easier for Climate Refugees to Move.
Why Activists Need To Make Sure That Smart Cities Are Not Used for Policing
11/02/22
“Why do activists need to make sure that smart cities are not used for policing?”
Smart cities use sensor technologies and wireless communications to improve a city’s functionality. However, these technologies can also be used for entrenching policing. One example is China’s use of facial recognition on Uyghurs. To ensure this doesn’t happen, activists need to protest against this. Harlem residents and students at Columbia University are working to make sure this does not get implemented in New York City. This is Why Activists Need To Make Sure That Smart Cities Are Not Used for Policing.
Why Overusing Portable Generators Can Lead to Severe Air Pollution
11/01/22
“Why can overusing portable generators lead to severe air pollution?”
When the power goes out, people often rely on portable generators to make ends meet. However, most of these contraptions use fossil fuels for operation. Given enough abundance, this can lead to severe air pollution. Governments and organizations need to provide reliable electrical infrastructure and distributed energy resources to manage this. This is Why Overusing Portable Generators Can Lead to Severe Air Pollution.
Climate Migration Advertising
10/31/22
“How will places advertise to attract climate migrants in the future?”
Climate change is going to force entire communities to move. Some cities will fare better than others and may want to take in more people. They can spread this message through Climate Migration Destination Advertising. Notable examples include Duluth Minnesota and Buffalo New York.
Emergency Housing Insolation
10/30/22
“How can we insulate houses during emergencies?”
When centralized heating systems are knocked down when a cold storm approaches, drastic action may have to be taken. If heating systems are expected to stay shut off when the storm comes, then people can undertake Emergency Housing Insulation to ensure safety.
Why Insulation Can Help Keep Homes Warm in Case of a Power Outage
10/29/22
“Why can insulation help keep homes warm in case of a power outage?”
Many homes use electricity to keep warm. During a power outage, these capabilities can go away. But if a home is well-insulated, it can keep the heat inside and make life comfortable. This is Why Insulation Can Help Keep Homes Warm in Case of a Power Outage.
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