11.21. Urban Flood Management and Sponge Cities

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define what a sponge city is.

   Hint

   Remember the key features of this type of city.

2. 2.

   List one benefit of using permeable surfaces.

   Hint

   Think about how these surfaces function.

3. 3.

   What is the primary goal of sponge cities?

   • To reduce urban heat
   • To absorb rainwater
   • To increase urban density

   Hint

   Think about what the term 'sponge' refers to.

4. 4.

   Is GIS valuable in identifying flood-prone areas?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what GIS does with spatial data.

5. 5.

   Design a small-scale sponge city plan for a neighborhood that frequently floods. What elements would you include, and why?

   Hint

   Consider the integration of green infrastructure.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the effectiveness of a sponge city initiative in your local area or a known example. What metrics would you use to assess its impact on flooding?

   Hint

   Think about qualitative and quantitative data.