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How to Design Mosquitoes Out of Cities

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Discover how urban planning can inadvertently create ideal habitats for mosquitoes in this 16-minute TED talk by researcher Cameron Webb. Learn about the unintended consequences of greener, more sustainable city designs and their potential to increase mosquito populations. Explore the various types of mosquitoes, their breeding habits, and the risks they pose as carriers of deadly diseases. Gain insights into how urban planners and the general public can work together to implement mosquito-prevention strategies in green spaces, wetlands, stormwater drains, and backyard water features. Understand the role of local authorities in mosquito control and find out how individuals can contribute to reducing mosquito populations in their communities. Equip yourself with the knowledge to help design mosquito-resistant cities and protect public health.

Syllabus

Intro
I like mosquitoes
Different types of mosquitoes
Green cities
Creating wetlands
Creating stormwater drains
Backyard rainwater tanks
What can our authorities do
How can we help


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