The Netherlands has been fighting back water for over a millennium because of its low elevation and geographical position as a delta country. Nearly 60% of the country faces the constant threat of flooding because its elevation is below sea level or just a few feet above it. The Netherlands’ three largest cities, Amsterdam, Rotterdam,...
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How Cities Worldwide Respond to the 2024 Hottest Temperatures
As 2024 is the hottest year on record, the warming continues to fuel extreme weather. How can cities worldwide adapt to the heat?
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Adapting Cities to Climate Change Through Green Infrastructure
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Green Infrastructure Helps Stormwater Management in SE Michigan
Southeast Michigan is leading the way in stormwater management with green infrastructure efforts designed to reduce runoff and pollution.
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Blue-Green Infrastructure Helps Cities Adapt as the Planet Warms
As the global temperature in June hit high, cities turn to innovative projects like blue-green infrastructure to combat climate change.
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Green Infrastructure for Water Quality Trading Programs
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Using Nature-Based Solutions To Mitigate Climate Change Impacts
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Measuring Stormwater Resilience Based on Urban Catchment Characteristics
This post shares how Auckland City engineers & planners deal with stormwater management resilience amidst the flooding climate change causes.
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Climate Adaptation Using the Slow Water Approach
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Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation through Urban Planning
Urban planning and design can effectively tackle climate change by addressing climate adaptation and mitigation.