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One Architect's Advice For Flood-Prone Cities: Act as a Sponge Would.

Authors :
SCHIFFMAN, RICHARD
Source :
New York Times. 3/29/2024, Vol. 173 Issue 60108, pA9-A9. 2/3p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article focuses on Kongjian Yu's innovative approach, termed "sponge city," which advocates for adapting to climate change-induced floods by allowing water to infiltrate urban areas rather than resisting it, aiming to dissipate floodwaters and minimize damage through nature-friendly designs.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
173
Issue :
60108
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
176327795