Needs for Adaptation of Urban Flood Management Under Climate Change (PAP014791)

Código

PAP014791

Autores

J. Moritz Krüger, John R. Labadie, Paul J. Pilon

Tema

Floods in a changing climate

Resumo

The problems posed by urban flooding are difficult to confront and manage. Urban centres already comprise over 50% of the total population worldwide and, according to the United Nations, this number is projected to rise to 70% by 2050. The combination of climate change, increasing urbanization, demands for housing and industrial land, and economic development cannot be discounted in urban flood management. The past may no longer be a reliable guide to the future, which particularly concerns urban flood management planning and implementation. Rather than focusing on any one of these issues or one single measure, it is necessary to combine them into a comprehensive planning process. This process requires flexibility and regular validation in order to increase adaptation and enhance community resilience.The paper examines the key elements of effective urban flood management through the lens of climate change. Addressing these key elements requires an integrated approach that aims to live with floods" and empower participation of various stakeholders involved in flood management. The paper discusses the major issues and aspects of both urban flood management and climate change adaptation likely to have a significant impact on urban planning. It also explores how current policies, planning and implementation mechanisms can be assessed and evaluated. The paper attempts to answer the question: is the current urban flood management model effective within the context of climate change? Two case studies will showcase and illustrate the application and management of such integrated strategies."