Sprache wechseln

Rain Gardens

Challenges / Problems Addressed

•    Urban flooding due to stormwater runoff
•    Water pollution from surface contaminants
•    Loss of biodiversity in urban areas

Context / Scope of Application

•    Urban and suburban environments
•    Areas with frequent rainfall and runoff issues
•    Public spaces, schools, residential areas, and commercial zones

NBS Solution

•    A shallow, vegetated depression designed to collect, absorb, and filter stormwater runoff
•    Uses native plants and soil layers to improve water infiltration and quality

Impact / Success Indicators and Results

•    Reduction in surface runoff and flood risk
•    Improvement in water quality by filtering pollutants
•    Increase in urban green spaces and biodiversity
•    Community engagement and aesthetic enhancement