11.21.2. Designing Sponge Cities

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a sponge city?

   Hint

   Think about the keyword 'sponge' in the context of water.

2. 2.

   Name one feature of sponge cities.

   Hint

   Features that help absorb rainwater.

3. 3.

   What is the primary function of sponge cities?

   • Reduce heat
   • Manage rainwater
   • Increase urban density

   Hint

   Think about how sponge absorbs water.

4. 4.

   True or False: GIS is not useful in planning sponge cities.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember GIS as a planning tool.

5. 5.

   Design a sponge city for a coastal area expecting increased rainfall due to climate change. Include key components and use GIS data principles.

   Hint

   Think about how to integrate different features for maximum water management.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the pros and cons of implementing sponge city designs in densely populated urban environments.

   Hint

   Consider both environmental and urban planning perspectives.