Santiago (Chile)
SANTIAGO RESILIENCE CHALLENGE:
RESILIENCE CHALLENGE
The Metropolitan Region of Santiago is comprised of six sectors, including the capital city of Santiago. Urban development has created high levels of socioeconomic segregation. Only a small segment of the population has access to high-quality infrastructure, social services, business locations, and educational institutions, while poorer residents stay in underserved and unstable communities. Public policy is working to create more affordable housing, but challenges remain, in particular access, location and integration of neighborhoods. Housing policy is also becoming more sensitive to geographic challenges. Chile has experienced some of the world’s largest earthquakes, and has responded by creating an effective building code and seismic activity monitoring system. However, flooding and landslides disproportionately affect poorer communities, and segregation of resources limits available interventions. City officials recognize the need for a sustainable urban development plan, which addresses both community planning and environmental degradation. Additional Reading
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SANTIAGO RESILIENCE MEDIA
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