CASE STUDY: Rio De Janeiro, Brazil Urban Change

• Background: Rio De Janeiro is

  situated on the southeastern

  coast of Brazil. Rio has a rich historical, cultural significance and a scenic coastline.
• Migration: People are drawn to Rio for economic opportunities, cultural vibrancy, and the city's reputation as a major tourist destination.
• Favelas: Rio faces housing challenges,

  with a significant portion of the

  population residing in informal

  settlements known as favelas.
• Water Quality Challenges: Pollution in

  Guanabara Bay poses water quality

  challenges, affecting marine ecosystems

  and public health.
• Air Pollution: Rio faces air quality

  issues due to traffic congestion and

  industrial activities.
• Crime and Social Issues: Persistent

  challenges related to crime, including

  high rates of violent crime, drug-related

  offenses & property crimes.
• Solution - Social Housing Projects: The government has

  implemented social housing projects to address

  housing shortages, with improved living conditions.
• Solution - Clean-Up Initiatives: Efforts include projects to

  reduce pollution, clean-up campaigns, and

  sustainable waste management practices.
• Solution - Public Transport: Investments in public

  transportation, including buses and metro aim to

  reduce congestion & improve accessibility and to

  improve air quality.