MRRM: Sponge Cities: Are They Really Working? Interview with Professor Kongjian Yu
In an interview, Professor Kongjian Yu explains the concept of "sponge cities," which use nature-based solutions to manage urban flooding. He discusses their challenges, particularly in China, where rapid urbanization and extreme weather have outpaced the implementation of necessary infrastructure. Yu emphasizes the need for rewilding urban environments, better planning, and capacity building to enhance flood resilience. Despite some failures, successful examples like Sanya and Beijing show promise, but he warns that building effective sponge cities globally requires sustained investment and strategic ecological design.
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