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Capital city of Argentina

Population: 15,5 (metropolitan area); 3,5 city itself

Area: ~4 thousand square kilometers (metro area); 203km^2 city itself

GDP: 640 mln USD

Altitude: ~25 meters above sea level

Coordinates: 34.6°S latitude and 58.4°W longitude.

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Air Pollution: High from traffic, industry.
Water Pollution: Riachuelo River among world’s worst.
Waste: Poor management, illegal dumping of waste.
Green Spaces: Unequal, not enough in poor areas.
Climate Risks: Frequent floods, heatwaves.

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Water scarcity: periods of drought, high usage of water ==> possible pollution

Energy: heavy reliance on fossil fuels ==> greenhouse gas emissions

Urban sprawl: rapid population growth —> more land needed for infrastructure ==> concerns about green spaces

Location: water- centric city ==> risk of flooding (+ poor drainage system)

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Size: 2.9M in city, 13.1M in metro area.
Density: One of Latin America’s most crowded cities.
Aging: High life expectancy, declining birth rate.
Migration: Attracts internal migrants, many from northern Argentina.
Informal Settlements: Over 300,000 live in slums.

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Inflation: 117.8% in 2024 (was 211.4% in 2023).
Real Estate: Prices high

Transport: overcrowded.
Tourism: Big sector, but crime, instability hurt.
Businesses: High taxes, import/export issues.

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Inequality: gap between the wealthy & poor (poverty)

Crime rate: 74,3%

Human rights: police abuse, poor prison conditions, violence against women

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Democratic system: regular elections, freedom of speech & assembly

Social programs: good healthcare, education,….

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Banking and Finance: Buenos Aires is the center of Argentina's banking and financial services

Industrial Activities: The city has many factories, such as those in food production, automotive production, and textiles.

Professional Services: Businesses like tourism, tech, and consulting

Good Healthcare: The public sector offers free or subsidized health services.

Public Transportation: It's cheap and affordable, as well as quick.

International Business: Buenos Aires is a major trade hub, attracting global companies and investments.

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Beautiful Architecture and Parks: The city’s European-style architecture and numerous parks, such as Recoleta and Palermo.

Active Cultural Scene: Buenos Aires is famous for its culture, including tango performances, a strong theatrical and music tradition, and festivals throughout the year.

Friendly and Social People: Argentinians are known for their warm and friendly nature.

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Climate Measurement: The city has built pipelines, improved water retention, and set up an early warning system to reduce flood risks and urban heat.

Disaster Management: Projects have helped manage floods better by improving infrastructure and using nature-based solutions.

Recycling Programs: Buenos Aires has a large recycling center with treatment plants and education programs to reduce waste.

Reducing Pollution: The city has a Climate Change Action Plan to cut emissions and promote sustainability.

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Knowunity

https://www.quora.com/What-are-the-pros-and-cons-of-living-in-Buenos-Aires-and-Montevideo-for-an-expat-Which-city-would-be-a-better-choice-for-retirement-or-full-time-living

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buenos_Aires

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Economy_of_Argentina

https://www.c40.org/case-studies/cities100-buenos-aires-inventory-upgrade-improves-climate-strategy/

https://www.britannica.com/place/Buenos-Aires/Economy?

https://thisisplanetpatrick.com/buenos-aires-for-digital-nomads-pros-cons/

basic info with numbers from google

Www.hrw.org