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Increasing the ‘sponginess’ of cities: How can urban centres adapt to heavy rainfall?
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October 27, 2024
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Permeable surfaces like grass, plants and trees absorb rainfall in their soils and vegetation – helping to reduce flooding by natural removal or slow release of water back into the local environment.
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