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A new report sets out the practical ways New Zealand can improve its urban resilience to flooding due to climate change. But time, rather than money, is of the essence.

The “sponge city” concept is gaining traction as a way to mitigate extreme weather, save lives and even make cities more pleasant places to live. This is important when existing urban stormwater infrastructure is often already ageing and inadequate.

Creating ‘sponge cities’ to cope with more rainfall needn’t cost billions – but NZ has to start now

Chandra Dake, speaks to BPME about regional water security challenges, the impact of COP28 on water sustainability and nature-based solutions

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has organised a host of activities over the course of three days to celebrate UAE Innovates 2023,

Shenzhen is a prime example of China’s Sponge City Program, which aims to both prevent flooding and increase water supply in urban areas.

Dake Rechsand, the Dubai-based company specializing in sustainability solutions for desert farming and water conservation, lauded the UAE’s annual announcement of priorities for the new year.

The latest edition of WETEX, the region’s largest sustainability and clean energy technology exhibition, is scheduled for September 27–29 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).

Sponge City Initiative, the most successful implementation of large-scale stormwater management and rainwater harvesting, will be on exhibition at Wetex Dubai by sus...