Medium: Are Sponge Parks and Bioswales the Way to Tackle Torrential Downpours?
Recently, heavy rainfall caused flash flooding in Montréal and Toronto, prompting engineers to seek new solutions. Kongjian Yu's "Sponge Parks" concept addresses this by using specially designed green spaces to absorb and manage stormwater, with several already implemented in Montréal and plans for expansion. These parks help mitigate the impact of heavy rains and improve environmental quality. Similarly, "bioswales" are being used to manage runoff and enhance urban green spaces, demonstrating innovative natural approaches to tackling extreme weather.
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