Nature-based solutions: The answer to flooding in Chennai?
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11045
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Sustainable solutions urban floods climate change agricultural lands wetlands ecosystems water system management Chennai Giriraj Amarnath
Date
03 February 22
Country
India
Summary
In 2021, Chennai experienced intense rains and flooding yet again, bringing the city to a
standstill for days. Excess flooding in the city has been associated with poor planning and
urban development projects over the years. Rapid urbanisation in erstwhile agricultural
lands and wetlands, and increased concretisation have altered the natural flow of
rainwater. This is what has often led to debilitating floods.
Source
Citizen Matters
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