China’s ‘Sponge Cities’ and Their Flood Challenges
Content for Mains Enrichment Source: Reuters Context: China’s recent devastating floods have raised questions about the effectiveness of its “sponge city” initiative launched in 2015 to reduce urban flood risks. What is a “sponge city”? A “sponge city” is an urban initiative that employs nature-based solutions like permeable surfaces, canals, ponds, and wetland …
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