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Sustainable urban drainage

Infiltration Basins/Trenches

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Infiltration Basins/Trenches
Challenges / Problems Addressed

•    Urban flooding due to stormwater runoff
•    Water pollution from surface contaminants
•    Groundwater depletion

Impact / Success Indicators and Results

•    Reduction in surface runoff and flood risks
•    Enhanced groundwater recharge
•    Improvement in water quality by filtering pollutants
•    Reduced burden on stormwater drainage systems

Permeable Pavements

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Permeable Pavements
Challenges / Problems Addressed

•    Urban flooding due to stormwater runoff
•    Water pollution from surface contaminants
•    Urban heat island effect due to conventional impermeable surfaces

Impact / Success Indicators and Results

•    Reduction in surface runoff and flood risks
•    Improvement in water quality through natural filtration
•    Enhanced groundwater recharge