Plan B 4.0

"The evolution of modern cities was tied to advances in transport." (Brown, 145)

Transportation in our society is a big contributor to pollution in our environment; everyone seems to want to drive some of the most non-environmental vehicles out there, regardless of the destruction it is causing in our air. I think if we focus transport systems based on rail/bus lines and bicycle/pedestrian paths it will have the best effect in providing mobility, low-cost transportation, and a better healthy environment. The rail system gives a city the foundation it needs, providing of a secure way of mobility that people can rely on. Also with the bikeways and walkways highlighted in the transport systems it makes a decrease in automobile use; which causes pollution and congestion to go down – makes the people and the environment healthier.

Photos Concept by: Jose Villa

"Water enters a city, becomes contaminated with human and industrial wastes, and leaves the city dangerously polluted." (Brown, 155)

For cities, the best way to increase water productivity is to use a water treatment/recycling system that reuses the water continuously. This concept reminded me of the toilets here at FGCU and how they are dual-flush. I have never been in a bathroom that implemented this concept of pushing the handle up or down depending on what you did in the bathroom – based on what way you flushed determined how much water was used. I think this idea is such a good way to conserve how much water we are using, especially when it comes to how we get rid of our waste. Reusing or decreasing the amount of water we use will decrease the amount of waste that is getting dumped constantly into our rivers, lakes, and water supply. 

Photo Concept by: Jasmin Chua

"A growing body of evidence indicates there is an innate human need for contact with nature." (Brown, 162)

Creating eco-friendly cities takes getting people out of their vehicles and out into nature. There are some signs of changes like public transportation has increased as more people take the bus, as well as, more people riding bikes or buses because of high gas prices. Car companies are actually putting effort to make eco-friendly cars that are better for the environment and better on people's pocket because they are not constantly spending money on gas. I think getting better acquainted with your surroundings and environment will help people's understanding of it and make them want to make a change. 

Photos Concept by: Alex Davis