Nature-based solutions

Nature-based solutions refer to the use of nature to minimise climate impacts on humans. It also regenerates ecosystems. Natural ways to absorb urban water are about 50% more affordable and 28% more effective than engineered solutions. Some solutions include native tree planting to prevent landslides. While rainwater gardens and retention ponds can also manage floods. 

ARUP (2023) Arup Global Sponge Cities Snapshot

Image: South Bank Cultural Forecourt. Credit: Paula Hardie.