Rio

• How many hospitals are mentioned in the context of Rio?

  6 hospitals
• What is the length of the pipes mentioned in the context of Rio?

  13 km pipes
• What healthcare services are provided in Santa Marta?

  Healthcare in people's homes
• What diseases are treated in the healthcare services mentioned?

  10 diseases
• What improvements have been noted in infant mortality and life expectancy?

  Both have increased
• What is the largest water treatment facility in the world associated with?

  Water supply
• What percentage of Rio's population had a mains water supply by 2014?

  95%
• How many new treatment plants were built in Rio between 1998 and 2014?

  Seven new treatment plants
• What is the annual rainfall exceeding in the Guandu River area?

  1000 mm
• What was the cost of the new hydro-electric complex in Rio?

  Over US $2 billion
• What is the population density in the favelas of Rio?

  37,000 per km²
• What percentage of homes in non-improved favelas lack running water?

  12%
• What percentage of homes in non-improved favelas lack electricity?

  32%
• What percentage of the city's sewage is dumped into Guanabara Bay?

  53%
• What is a significant health risk associated with Rio's sewer systems?

  Waterborne diseases like cholera
• What is the annual waste generation in Rio?

  9500 tonnes
• What is the recycling rate of waste in Rio?

  Less than 2%
• What is the murder rate in Rio?

  20 per 1000 people
• What is the average income for many inhabitants in Rio?

  Less than $75 a month
• What is the infant mortality rate in Rio?

  As high as 50 per 1000
• How much less do people in favelas live compared to wealthier residents?

  13 years less
• What percentage of children aged 10 in Rio can read and write?

  85%
• What percentage of the poorest children do not attend school regularly?

  25%
• How many schools are available in a favela with a population of 30,000?

  1 primary and 1 high school
• What are the key challenges in Rio created by urban growth?

  • Houses built illegally
  • Poor access for emergency services
  • Limited road access
  • High population density
  • Inconsistent waste collection
• What are the key factors driving growth in Rio's economy?

  • Established industries
  • Tourism attractions
  • Expanding population
  • Large labor force
  • Extensive industrial zones
• What are the main environmental issues in Rio?

  • High pollution levels
  • Waste management problems
  • Waterborne diseases
  • Air pollution-related deaths
  • Industrial waste dumping
• What are the health and education challenges in Rio?

  • High infant mortality rates
  • Limited access to education
  • Poor sanitation
  • Health risks from waste
  • Low average incomes
• What is the North Zone of Rio known for?

  Manufacturing and oil-mixed industries
• What benefits does Rio's proximity to the port provide?

  It enhances transport links and economic growth
• What is the East Zone of Rio known for?

  Recent developments in retail and business
• How do established industries in Rio affect new businesses?

  They encourage growth and create a multiplier effect
• What is a major tourist attraction in Rio?

  Iconic beaches and cultural heritage
• What impact has offshore oil discovery had on Rio?

  It has led to the rise of oil-related industries
• Where is the largest steelworks in South America located?

  Sepetiba Bay
• What types of industries are expanding in Rio?

  Retail, distribution, and service industries
• What percentage of children aged ten in Rio can read?

  90%
• What is the significance of the healthcare improvements in Rio?

  They have increased life expectancy and reduced mortality
• How many hospitals are there in Rio?

  6 hospitals
• What is the main source of Rio's water supply?

  Guanda River