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20. Diffusion of Disaster Preparedness Technology: What Pioneers Contribute?

The lecture focuses on the significance of disaster preparedness technology, particularly in Bangladesh, where severe water-related challenges, including salinity and arsenic contamination, impact communities. Innovations such as rainwater harvesting have been introduced to mitigate these issues, yet their broader implementation faces challenges related to risk and acceptance among communities. The discussion emphasizes the importance of information sharing and networks in facilitating the adoption of new technologies by rural populations.

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Sections

  • 1

    Disaster Recovery And Build Back Better

    This section covers disaster recovery strategies in Bangladesh, highlighting the diffusion of disaster preparedness technologies and the importance of innovative solutions.

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  • 1.1

    Diffusion Of Disaster Preparedness Technology: What Pioneers Contribute?

    This section discusses the role of pioneers in the diffusion of disaster preparedness technology in Bangladesh, highlighting innovations and challenges faced in addressing water-related disaster impacts.

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  • 2

    Bangladesh And Its Context

    The section discusses the challenges Bangladesh faces due to water-related disasters and the importance of adopting innovative technologies like rainwater harvesting for recovery and improved preparedness.

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  • 3

    Development Programs In Bangladesh

    The section discusses Bangladesh's development programs in light of disaster preparedness technologies and the community response following the country's independence.

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  • 4

    Challenges Faced By Bangladesh

    This section discusses the disaster recovery challenges faced by Bangladesh, focusing on water accessibility and the diffusion of innovative technology in disaster preparedness.

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  • 4.1

    Water Supply Issues

    The section discusses the water supply issues in Bangladesh, particularly focuses on the effects of climate change, groundwater contamination, and the innovative rainwater harvesting technology introduced to address these challenges.

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  • 4.2

    Consequences Of Contaminated Water

    This section discusses the severe implications of water contamination in Bangladesh, particularly focusing on arsenic and salinity issues affecting health and community resilience.

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  • 5

    Innovative Solutions

    This section discusses the diffusion of disaster preparedness technology in Bangladesh, emphasizing the challenges and innovations presented, particularly related to water resources.

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  • 5.1

    Amamizu Technology

    This section discusses Amamizu technology, a Japanese rainwater harvesting innovation, and its implications for disaster preparedness in Bangladesh, particularly in relation to drinking water crises.

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  • 6

    Disseminating Innovation

    This section discusses the critical role of disseminating disaster preparedness technologies in Bangladesh, focusing on innovations such as rainwater harvesting.

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  • 6.1

    Challenges In Technology Diffusion

    This section discusses the diffusion of disaster preparedness technology and the challenges faced in implementing such technologies in Bangladesh.

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  • 7

    Decision-Making In Technology Adoption

    This section discusses the decision-making processes involved in adopting disaster preparedness technologies, particularly in the context of Bangladesh.

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  • 7.1

    Risk Assessment And Information Gathering

    This section discusses the critical role of risk assessment and information gathering in disaster recovery, particularly in the context of Bangladesh's response to various disasters.

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  • 7.2

    Early And Late Adopters

    The section explores the roles of early and late adopters in the diffusion of disaster preparedness technologies, particularly in vulnerable regions like Bangladesh.

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  • 8

    Social Media Influence

    The section discusses the influence of social media on public opinion and decision-making related to disaster preparedness technology.

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What we have learnt

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  • Innovations like rainwater ...
  • Community engagement and in...

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