Ramboll’s Post

A recent analysis highlights that over 100 million buildings in the Global South could face regular flooding from sea level rise if fossil fuel emissions are not significantly reduced. Using detailed satellite and elevation data, the study provides the first large-scale, building-level assessment of long-term sea level rise impacts on coastal infrastructure in Africa, Southeast Asia, and Central and South America. The findings underscore the urgent need for urban planners and policymakers to integrate climate adaptation strategies, as even modest sea level increases could affect millions of buildings and critical infrastructure in densely populated, low-lying regions.

Shoreline Management Plans in Action The UK’s Environment Agency projects that without intervention, more than 113,000 properties could be lost to coastal erosion by 2105. But with full implementation of the Shoreline Management Plans (SMPs), that number could drop to just over 22,000—saving 75,000 homes and communities. Key takeaways from the SMP approach: - Hold the line – Strengthening and maintaining existing defenses. - Advance the line – Building new defenses seaward of existing ones. - Managed realignment – Allowing natural landward movement while managing impacts. - No active intervention – In select areas where investment isn’t sustainable. This adaptive, risk-based strategy highlights how data, mapping, and long-term planning can safeguard people, property, and infrastructure from the escalating impacts of sea level rise and climate change. #Flood #FloodRisk #Climate #UK #GeoSTORM #GeoHECRAS #CivilGEO #readyToEngineer

One of the key concepts I love in our work at Arup, is what Sir Ove called 'Total Architecture' - which we call 'Total Design' these days since the scope of work the firm is working on has vastly expanded ever since. It means that we approach challenges with a mindset of curiosity, try to understand a problem in it's broadest sense, and meaningfully collaborate across disciplines to deliver excellent work to our clients. Arup has worked with the Environment Agency for over 30 years and if I look at my list of projects, they are mostly supporting flood risk alleviation across England in collaboration with the EA. Our catchment-based approach in these projects is key in bringing 'Total Design' to this key client! Read more about it in the link below. #WeAreArup #FloodResilience #FloodAdaptation #AssetManagement

We need to start talking about resilience as economic development. Investing in stronger infrastructure, grid upgrades, flood protection, and community preparedness isn’t just about avoiding disaster, it’s about attracting businesses, creating jobs, protecting assets, and building long-term prosperity. Cities that plan for climate impacts offer more stable conditions for investment and growth, while those that don’t risk losing billions in future costs. In other words, resilience isn’t a side project. It’s the foundation of a thriving economy and we should allocate funding in a way that reflects that. #ClimateResilience #EconomicDevelopment #Infrastructure #CleanEnergy #CommunityResilience https://lnkd.in/gpNgqyhF

Flash Floods and Waterlogging When extreme weather collides with poor urban planning and weak infrastructure, the impacts are felt across every sector of society. Insights from government, business, academia, and civil society highlight: • Displacement of people • Heavy economic losses • Severe environmental damage The greatest risks fall on vulnerable communities. ✅ Researchers recommend: • Resilient infrastructure • Climate-smart urban planning • Participatory governance • Better waste management These actions directly support SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). Together, we can build cities that are safe, resilient, and ready for tomorrow. Courtesy: UNDRR #UrbanResilience #ClimateAction #SustainableCities #DisasterRiskReduction #SDGs #ResilientInfrastructure #Sustainability #Governance

As Sydney’s flood risk grows and changes, traditional grey #infrastructure alone cannot keep pace. Global evidence shows that #nature-based solutions, like #wetlands, #mangroves and green corridors, often outperform conventional measures in reducing #hazard impacts. Plus, unlike traditional engineered solutions, #living #infrastructure brings a host of social, economic and ecological benefits that compound with time; that's nature's resilience dividend. Sydney Environment Institute has partnered with AECOM and Committee for Sydney on a new report on the #resilience #dividend of nature-based solutions. The report outlines key policy recommendations, including:   🌱 Embed nature-based solutions into all urban development and hazard planning 🌱 Integrate Indigenous and place-based knowledge into adaptation plans 🌱 Refine valuation frameworks to capture the full economic, social and ecological benefits 🌱 Test, measure and scale nature-based solutions in Sydney 🌱 Establish governance and funding models to recognise nature as an asset class 🔍 Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/gjyF_BSw The report was led by Sam Kernaghan (Committee for Sydney), Alice Simpson-Young and Adam Davis (AECOM), and Genevieve Wright and David Schlosberg (Sydney Environment Institute). It builds on research and insights from 30+ different organisations across Greater Sydney, including NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, NSW Reconstruction Authority, and NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. 

FYI: Co-operators Resilience Acceleration Lab is inviting municipalities to apply for funding to develop infrastructure projects that reduce physical climate risks, including flooding, wildfires, storms, and heat.   Selected proposals may receive up to $250,000 and expert guidance to prepare for private capital financing. Projects will be reviewed on a rolling basis until January 30, 2026.   For more comprehensive program details, eligibility criteria, assessment metrics, and submission instructions can be accessed directly via Co-Operators’ website: cooperators.ca/resilience

🌍 How can cities turn climate adaptation plans into real action? The Catalogue of Adaptation Measures for Urban Mobility offers a practical toolbox to help integrate adaptation into every phase of the Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP) cycle. 👉 Discover the full publication: https://lnkd.in/djun9WGG It brings together a wide range of actions designed to make mobility systems more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable in the face of floods, heatwaves, storms, or droughts — structured around three complementary types of measures: 💡 Soft measures – policy, planning, and behavioural actions that enhance governance and preparedness. 🌿 Green measures – nature-based solutions that increase resilience through green corridors, heat mitigation, and water management. 🏗️ Grey measures – engineering and infrastructure interventions that protect transport networks and critical assets. As a living catalogue, it continues to evolve, growing with new insights, practices, and city experiences from around the world. #UrbanMobility #ClimateAdaptation

Cities can no longer only cut emissions—they must adapt. In the Tri-State, resilience means planning for floods, heat, and compound shocks. Step 1: Plan with future risk maps; steer growth to safer, transit-rich areas; reuse and build green. Step 2: Upgrade sewers, transit, and buildings for storms and heat; back drills, cooling centers, and resilience hubs. Step 3: Put equity first—co-design with vulnerable communities; target funding for green infrastructure where risk is highest. Resilience is a systems project we can start now. 🌆 #climate #resilience #urban #adaptation #planning Prepare cities for tomorrow: see climate adaptation strategies at https://nycnjdesign.com

𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 & 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 As climate-related disasters continue to intensify across Canada, communities and organizations are facing growing risks — from flooding and wildfires to extreme weather events that can disrupt infrastructure, livelihoods, and ecosystems. Building environmental resilience is no longer optional — it’s essential. 𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒌𝒔: Flooding: Increased rainfall and storm surges are testing drainage systems and floodplain management plans. Wildfires: Longer dry seasons threaten both rural and urban interfaces. Extreme Weather: Heatwaves, hurricanes, and ice storms are putting pressure on existing infrastructure. 𝑩𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝒏𝒇𝒓𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆: Resilient design starts with accurate risk mapping, vulnerability assessments, and adaptive planning. Tools like floodplain mapping and climate scenario modeling help identify at-risk areas before disaster strikes. Emergency and recovery plans must integrate environmental data, ensuring that assets, communities, and natural systems are all part of a coordinated resilience strategy. 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑹𝒐𝒍𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑬𝒏𝒗𝒊𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒚: Environmental consultants play a vital role in risk assessment, impact analysis, and mitigation planning. From understanding site-specific vulnerabilities to recommending sustainable design and remediation measures, consultancy ensures that preparedness plans are both data-driven and actionable. 𝑴𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒉’𝒔 𝑨𝒑𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒂𝒄𝒉: At Martech Group, we partner with municipalities, developers, and organizations to help them plan, prepare, and protect against environmental risks. Our integrated services — from floodplain and stormwater assessments to building condition evaluations and climate resilience studies — empower clients to make informed decisions and reduce long-term liabilities. Together, we can build a safer, more resilient future. Contact Us: 1-855-291-4663 l www.martechgroup.ca l info@martechgroup.ca #EnvironmentalResilience #ClimateRisk #DisasterPreparedness #Sustainability #MartechGroup #InfrastructureResilience