While visiting South Korea, I was struck by how Seoul has embraced nature in its urban design. As a flood risk professional, the integration of water management and public space highlighted the city’s innovative approach to building resilience against climate change and increasingly intense monsoon rains. This is particularly true of the Cheonggyecheon restoration.
On Tuesday 17 December 2024, the Envionment Agency (EA) published new data showing 6.3 million properties across England are based in areas at risk of flooding from one or a combination of rivers, the sea and surface water.
These updated assessments provide a clearer understanding of flood risk around the country and the data will be used by the government, Environment Agency and local communities to plan for and improve flood resilience in areas at risk.
It’s London Rivers Week!
“London Rivers Week, now in its eighth year, is back from 22nd June to 30th June – and this year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever.
London Rivers Week is a week-long annual campaign inspiring the public to celebrate all of London’s rivers and the many projects taking place to protect them.
This year’s theme is ‘London is a river city’, with a focus on health and well-being and cultural activities.
Many events are free to join, but you need to register.”
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