Value of the Case Study Set for an IBDP Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS) Classroom
This case study set provides an in-depth exploration of urban planning, sustainability, and environmental management. Each case study allows students to critically analyze real-world challenges faced by urban environments, such as waste management, air pollution, and transportation. The set encourages students to think about sustainable development and the role of local and global cooperation in addressing these challenges. Through this, students gain valuable problem-solving skills and insights into sustainable urban systems.

List of Case Studies with Summation:

1. Sustainable Urban Waste Management
   Students evaluate waste management strategies like recycling and waste-to-energy systems to address urban waste challenges​(Case Study_ Sustainable…)​(Case Study_ Sustainable…).
2. Urban Biodiversity and Green Infrastructure
   Students explore how green spaces and urban biodiversity can be enhanced to improve urban sustainability​(Case Study_ Urban Biodi…).
3. Urban Heat Island Effect and Mitigation
   Students investigate how green roofs, parks, and urban design can mitigate the urban heat island effect and improve public health​(Case Study_ Urban Heat …).
4. Urban Resilience and Climate Adaptation
   Students assess strategies like flood defenses and green infrastructure to make cities more resilient to climate change​(Case Study_ Urban Resil…).
5. Urbanization and Its Environmental Impact
   Students explore how urban sprawl affects ecosystems and local communities, proposing sustainable urban planning strategies​(Case Study_ Urbanizatio…).
6. Managing Urban Air Pollution
   Students investigate the causes of urban air pollution and evaluate strategies like promoting electric vehicles and expanding public transport​(Case Study_ Managing Ur…).
7. Managing Urban Water Resources
   Students assess the challenges of urban water scarcity and evaluate solutions like rainwater harvesting and water infrastructure improvements​(Case Study_ Managing Ur…).
8. Sustainable Urban Housing Development
   Students examine strategies for creating eco-friendly, affordable housing to meet the growing demand in cities​(Case Study_ Sustainable…).
9. Sustainable Urban Transportation Systems
   Students analyze how public transport, cycling, and electric vehicles can reduce congestion and improve sustainability​(Case Study_ Sustainable…).