The non-profit organization Ducks Unlimited in Canada discusses the growing interest in green infrastructure such as stormwater ponds to limit water damage due to flooding and rain events. Municipal commissions have been active with green infrastructure projects and see the various benefits of ‘naturalized’ features. Listen to the full interview here. 

Green infrastructure programs in cities across the United States protect public health and minimize damage from storms through water management practices such as rain gardens or green roofs. Read more about the options to homeowners to contribute to higher urban resilience. 

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), USA calls on better preparation for disasters after the recent devastating Hurricane Florence. Besides the improvement of risk maps and more funding for disaster preparations, restoration of habitats, for example sand dunes and wetlands to mitigate flooding is emphasized as a relevant measure to mitigate risk. Read more here. 

This paper reviews the latest scientific research on ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) and its integration in coastal planning. The study focuses on human-environment interactions as opposed to physical or biological climate change issues alone. Read more here. 

The Institute of Oceanography in China published a paper that highlights the environmental improvements in coastal wetland restoration in marine protected areas in China. It presents significant economic values as well as multiple positive benefits such as improved water quality and biodiversity. Read the full paper here.