Unliveable future
The report indicates that current disasters are just the start and there is far worse to come
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The report indicates that current disasters are just the start and there is far worse to come
Shenzhen is facing its worst drought on record. Can authorities find a holistic, long-term solution?
Flash-flooding caused by climate change threatens many cities. Drainage systems can’t cope with worsening deluges. A water management model devised to turn cities into sponges could help cities like Bangkok and Berlin.
Cities face a host of pressures: From the demands on infrastructure by growing populations to the risks of climate change. Yet innovative and ancient solutions can both enhance the quality of life in our changing cities.