1. World problems
  2. Divisive roads

Divisive roads

  • Divisive infrastructure patterns

Nature

Divisive roads refer to transportation infrastructure that physically and socially separates communities, often exacerbating inequality and hindering social cohesion. These roads can create barriers to access essential services, limit mobility, and contribute to environmental degradation. Typically found in urban areas, divisive roads may prioritize vehicular traffic over pedestrian and cyclist safety, leading to increased accidents and reduced community interaction. The phenomenon often disproportionately affects marginalized populations, reinforcing existing disparities. Addressing divisive roads involves urban planning strategies that promote connectivity, inclusivity, and sustainable transportation options, fostering a more integrated and equitable urban environment.This information has been generated by artificial intelligence.

Claim

We build structures to cross rivers with no consideration for the significance of the river, or for nature's flow. Bridges are species specific made for human use. Cement highways, steel railways, canals, pipelines, powerlines and other infrastructure divide earth into a chaotic, lifeless, trash-covered checkerboard.

Counter-claim

Divisive roads are a trivial concern in the grand scheme of societal issues. While some may argue they create barriers, the real problems lie in poverty, education, and healthcare. Focusing on roads distracts from urgent matters that affect lives daily. Instead of wasting resources on divisive road debates, we should unite to tackle pressing challenges that truly matter. Let’s prioritize what impacts our communities rather than getting bogged down by the inconsequential.This information has been generated by artificial intelligence.

Broader

Divergence
Unpresentable

Aggravates

Aggravated by

Value

Division
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SDG

Sustainable Development Goal #9: Industry, Innovation and InfrastructureSustainable Development Goal #11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

Metadata

Database
World problems
Type
(D) Detailed problems
Biological classification
N/A
Subject
  • Design » Patterns
  • Industry » Utilities
  • Transportation, telecommunications » Roads
  • Content quality
    Unpresentable
     Unpresentable
    Language
    English
    1A4N
    G8771
    DOCID
    11787710
    D7NID
    135756
    Last update
    May 19, 2022