Innovative nature-based solutions for reliable water supply and resilient catchments

Description

This webinar is being organised by the IWA Working Group – Alliance for Water Sensitive Urban Design and Planning.

Water sources like rivers, lakes, and ponds, along with their surrounding areas, are feeling the pressure from rapid urbanization and climate change. To tackle these challenges, experts are turning to innovative nature-based solutions that work hand-in-hand with traditional infrastructure. This approach not only guarantees a reliable and clean water supply but also helps create cities and landscapes that can withstand the impacts of climate change. The webinar will discuss two inspiring case studies from different corners of the globe highlight how water-sensitive design and planning can seize current opportunities to enhance flood management and improve water management in catchment areas.
First, the “Catchment to Coast” program in the UK, for example. This exciting initiative is all about reducing flood risk, preventing coastal erosion, and boosting drought resilience in Southend and Thurrock, Essex. It’s a fantastic example of how innovative thinking can make a real difference.
On the other side of the world, the Bhoj Wetland Restoration project in India shows how nature-based solutions implemented over three decades have preserved the ecological health of the lake and its catchment area, all while supporting sustainable use.

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