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Biodiversity enhancement

Floodplain Restoration

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Floodplain Restoration
Challenges / Problems Addressed

•    Increased flood risks due to river channelization
•    Water pollution from sediment and nutrient runoff
•    Loss of wetland and riparian habitats

Impact / Success Indicators and Results

•    Reduction in flood severity and property damage
•    Improved water quality through sediment and nutrient retention
•    Increased biodiversity and habitat restoration
•    Enhanced groundwater recharge and carbon sequestration

Bioswales

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Bioswales
Challenges / Problems Addressed

•    Stormwater runoff and urban flooding
•    Water pollution from sediment and contaminants
•    Heat island effect due to lack of green infrastructure

Impact / Success Indicators and Results

•    Reduction in peak stormwater flow and flooding risks
•    Improvement in water quality by filtering pollutants
•    Enhancement of urban aesthetics and biodiversity
•    Reduction in infrastructure maintenance costs