Opinion | Grey meets green: Rethinking urban infrastructure
Summary
Nepal faces increasing urban climate challenges with expanding cities exacerbating floods and heat, prompting a shift from conventional grey infrastructure to integrated green and blue infrastructure for resilient, liveable urban environments.
Key Points
- Nepal's urban areas are increasingly affected by climate change impacts such as urban flooding and heat.
- Conventional grey infrastructure is insufficient against extreme weather and environmental concerns.
- Historical and modern nature-based urban planning principles can complement grey infrastructure for resilience.
- Urban ecosystem-based adaptation initiatives in Kathmandu Valley demonstrate effective integration of green infrastructure to enhance city resilience.
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