Sunday 19 January 2014

Urbanisation-Phoenix, Arizona

Context:

  • Fastest growing state in the US (16% rise (2.5million) over the last 15-20yrs)
  • Guaranteed sunshine (40°C)
  • Cheap land (pediment)
  • Surrounded by the Mojave Desert




Opportunities:
  • Cheap land
  • Guaranteed sunshine
  • Urban development (profit)



Challenges:
  • Isolated/Remote (Have to invest in infrastructure)
  • Fragile due to cryptobiotic soil crusts
  • Fragile ecosystem

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