City Resilience Program’s Post

🌍✨ Did you miss our latest #CitiesontheFrontline session "Urban Flood Resilience: Tackling Flood Risk and Inequality in Cities"? 💧Jointly organized by Resilient Cities Network, the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery (GFDRR) and World Bank Group City Resilience Program, the session focused on case studies from Vienna and Dar es Salaam which explored the actions required to adapt to the challenges of urban flooding, while emphasizing the need for inclusive, equitable, and long-lasting resilient solutions. 💬 Moderated by Lynette Lim, Global Director of Communications & Knowledge at R-Cities, and Ming Zhang, Global Director for Urban, Resilience, and Land at the World Bank, the session brought together an insightful panel of experts: 🔹Ana Campos Garcia, Lead Disaster Risk Management Specialist at World Bank 🔹 Dr. Clemens Neuhold, Deputy Director of the Division Flood Risk Management at the Austrian Federal Ministry for Agriculture, Forestry, Regions and Water Management 🔹 Eng. Humphrey N. Kanyenye, Manager of Urban Roads and Project Coordinator for the Msimbazi Basin Development Project at the Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Agency (TARURA) Check out the summary ⬇️ and access the full recording: https://lnkd.in/dBcxDYu5

Healthy Land & Water’s Biodiversity and Agricultural Natural Capital Assets #Emergency #Preparedness & #Response Plan (2024) emphasises the critical importance of incorporating #biodiversity and #agricultural resources into disaster planning for #SouthEastQueensland and identifies bushfires as a significant threat. The plan provides a comprehensive risk matrix (Page 30, Table 7) that outlines vulnerable natural assets and recommended preparedness and response measures.  By highlighting the advantages of proactive disaster investment, the plan prioritises early intervention to reduce recovery costs and protect ecosystems and species. It includes strategies to prioritise natural systems in emergency responses, thereby enhancing resilience and preserving environmental integrity. https://lnkd.in/g-RAayNA

Hi Our research in the flood-plains of Sindh continues. This time, our analysis reveals infrastructural incapacities in Sindhri Subdivision. Our mapping and fieldwork, along with the district authority, reveal that Sindhri is one of the first points where water enters the district from upper high elevated areas (as shown in the first zoom-in map of the floods of 2022). Blockages in the form of farmland or settlements primarily block water channels and contribute significantly to transforming the hazard into a disaster, making people's lives more vulnerable, considering the already existing economic vulnerability in the area. One astonishing finding during the fieldwork was that women and men living in rural areas have found to have a valuable knowledge regarding local conditions and the terrain, which can be critical in developing disaster risk reduction strategies and preparedness plans. Furthermore, the second zoom-in marks major towns along the main water channel of Dhoro Puran that inundate due to breaches and blockages along the way. Our research in the coming days will focus on developing strategies: 1. Urban and landscape planning solutions for the protection of high-density areas. 2. Future town expansion policies. 3. Organizational frameworks to address the challenges posed by climate change through a collaborative approach involving all major stakeholders, including the communities. Authors: Saleh Ahmed Qazi Rabeea Abbasi Institute: #Tecnische_Universität_Berlin #Floodplains #Disaster #Urbandesign #DRR #ClimateAdaptation #Landscape #Urban #Gis_Mapping United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) WWF - Pakistan WWF Germany The Partnership for Environment and Disaster Risk Reduction (PEDRR) Urban Design Lab Bauhaus Earth WSP Earth & Environment Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) Ecologic Institute TSPA United Nations University - Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS)

🌍 Exciting news in flood management for risk-informed urban developments! ICLEI Africa attended the third live event held in Gaborone, Botswana from 10th to 14th June 2024, as part of the Learning Process on Flood Management for Risk-Informed Urban Development. This event, organised by Connective Cities and Resilience Initiative Africa (RIA), brought together experts and partners including SADC Secretariat , Connective Cities, and Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH-RIA. The goal is to integrate Disaster Risk Management (DRM) and climate change adaptation measures into development cooperation programmes across all sectors. This collaborative effort, known as Risk-Informed Urban Development (RIUD), focuses on peer-to-peer exchanges through a hybrid modular learning process (LEP) aimed at improving flood risk management in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in the SADC Region. Key highlights of the event included:  📌 Finalising bankable project proposals for submission, with a focus on quality enhancement through expert and peer review.  📌 Exploring institutional arrangements for successful funding submissions and potential implementation. A major feature of the event was the panel discussion on "Integrative Approach: Exploring synergies and complementarities for RIUD." Moderated by Ms. Sabine Drees from the German Association of Cities (DST), this discussion saw ICLEI Africa’s Professional Officer Dylan Beukes contribute valuable insights on integrating RIUD principles within urban development projects. Emphasis was placed on the importance of collaboration and shared learning to ensure these principles are effectively applied at all levels. We look forward to building more resilient and sustainable cities in the SADC region and beyond. #FloodManagement #UrbanDevelopment #DisasterRiskManagement #ClimateChangeAdaptation #RIUD #Sustainability #Collaboration #Gaborone2024

Our research in the flood-plains of Sindh continues. This time, our analysis reveals infrastructural incapacities in Sindhri Subdivision. Our mapping and fieldwork, along with the district authority, reveal that Sindhri is one of the first points where water enters the district from upper high elevated areas (as shown in the first zoom-in map of the floods of 2022). Blockages in the form of farmland or settlements primarily block water channels and contribute significantly to transforming the hazard into a disaster, making people's lives more vulnerable, considering the already existing economic vulnerability in the area. One astonishing finding during the fieldwork was that women and men living in rural areas have found to have a valuable knowledge regarding local conditions and the terrain, which can be critical in developing disaster risk reduction strategies and preparedness plans. Furthermore, the second zoom-in marks major towns along the main water channel of Dhoro Puran that inundate due to breaches and blockages along the way. Our research in the coming days will focus on developing strategies: 1. Urban and landscape planning solutions for the protection of high-density areas. 2. Future town expansion policies. 3. Organizational frameworks to address the challenges posed by climate change through a collaborative approach involving all major stakeholders, including the communities. Authors: Saleh Ahmed Qazi Rabeea Abbasi Institute: Technical University Berlin #Floodplains #Disaster #Urbandesign #DRR #ClimateAdaptation #Landscape #Urban United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) WWF - Pakistan The Partnership for Environment and Disaster Risk Reduction (PEDRR)

🌊Mombasa City Lab advances in urban flooding solutions with a flood risk assessment 💡After following its launch in December 2023, the Mombasa City Lab's endeavours in addressing urban flooding have led to a flood risk and vulnerability assessment. This comprehensive report, enriched by an approach integrating various influencing factors and community participatory mapping, will steer the Mombasa City Lab towards effective flood prevention and response strategies. 🤝 The lab has refined its risk maps with invaluable insights from local wards and stakeholders by collaborating with the County Government of Mombasa and GIZ Kenya. This marks a significant step in understanding the city's most flood-prone zones, communities, and assets, and prioritising entry points for the Lab’s solution co-creation process.   🔗📑 Access the Executive Summary: https://lnkd.in/ddm5_xbR County Government of Mombasa GIZ Kenya Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Delegation of The European Union to Kenya Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute MDF | Empowering People, Creating Impact #kenya #mombasa #floodingsolutions #climateadaptation #climateaction #resource #report

Another example of the incredible diversity of work around the globe by Arcadis that is making a real difference in the lives of people. Imagine a city with a poor drainage system that allows constant flooding, making it hard for people to access basic needs. This is a reality for those living in the informal neighborhoods of La Playa and Las Flores, north of the coastal city of Barranquilla, Colombia. Amid this situation, Arcadis and UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) worked with locals and made a flood risk management guide containing nature-based solutions to reduce flooding and help the two neighborhoods connect across Barranquilla better. Click here to learn more: https://okt.to/UnqxYN #IQOL #Resilience #SustainableCommunities #SustainableDevelopment #SocialImpact

Last week, our partner Catherine Numa from IUCN participated in the event "#Wetland Solutions for Water Resilience and Disaster Risk Reduction" hosted by Wetlands International and WaterLANDS as part of the #EUGreenWeek. There, she spoke about the changes in the spatial distribution of animal species in the #EbroDelta in Catalonia and demonstrated mapping tools developed in collaboration with EURECAT to better understand wetland ecologies. The key takeaway was that while wetland restoration and other Nature-Based Solutions (#NbS) offer significant benefits for #waterresilience and disaster risk reduction, they are not sustainable in isolation. An integrated approach is essential, combining NbS with nature-inspired technologies, including grey infrastructures, to address the complexities of environmental challenges. Read more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/ekCxMT78 Find out more about IMPETUS activities in Coastal #Catalonia here: https://lnkd.in/eg2mbPBh #WaterWiseEU

Last Month, I had the opportunity to facilitate a visit by Dr Pascaline Gaborit, a partner of CRIC, Pilot4Dev, to Banjarmasin. My role in this visit was multi-faceted, encompassing administrative support, translation, and providing technical insights about the city. I helped explain key aspects of Banjarmasin, including local policies, urban conditions, and flood management strategies. During the visit, representatives from various city departments (OPDs) provided in-depth presentations on flood management in Banjarmasin, sharing their challenges, progress, and solutions. The session included contributions from Bappeda, DLH, BPBD, and PUPR, as well as representatives from sub-districts and villages where the pilot testing for the tools. We also conducted a field visit to the Pemurus Dalam sub-district, where I assisted with logistical coordination, including site (neighbourhood) selection, obtaining permissions, and conducting surveys. Dr Pascaline had the opportunity to observe firsthand the living conditions of the residents, particularly their experiences with flooding during rob (high tides) and heavy rainfall. The field visit included valuable interviews with local residents and stakeholders, providing insight into the community’s resilience and the role of local governance in flood response. This collaboration is a great example of how knowledge exchange and cross-sectoral dialogue can drive effective solutions for urban resilience. #FloodManagement #UrbanResilience #KnowledgeExchange #Sustainability #Banjarmasin #ClimateAdaptation #CommunityEngagement CC United Cities and Local Governments Asia-Pacific (UCLG ASPAC)

🔥⛈️☀ Disaster resilience and recovery has never been so important and South East Queensland (SEQ) has just released a proactive plan for our region: https://lnkd.in/g_DykhFt Why it’s important ✅ By supporting communities to prepare for disasters, we aim to reduce the impact of these catastrophic events on species, ecosystems, and agricultural natural capital assets. ✅ This is essential because frequency and severity of climate-driven disaster-scale events is projected to continue to increase. ✅ Taking proactive action is particularly important for SEQ, which is recognised as one of the most climate-exposed regions in the country. ✅ The plan #highlights the #pivotal role that #biodiversity and #agricultural resources have in our emergency planning and response efforts and outlines how investing in disaster preparedness can help reduce long-term costs for recovery and restoration post-disaster 🌿🌱 ✅ The plan is called the “Biodiversity and Agricultural Natural Capital Assets Emergency Preparedness & Response Plan (2024)” and you can download a copy here: https://lnkd.in/g_DykhFt This project is funded by the Australian Government Natural Heritage Trust and delivered by Healthy Land & Water, a member of the Commonwealth Regional Delivery Partners panel