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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
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