Nuremberg's path to the sponge city: measures against heavy rain
Nuremberg's path to the sponge city: measures against heavy rain
The meaning of "sponge cities"
In recent years, extreme weather conditions, such as violent rainfalls, have become an increasingly frequent phenomenon. These weather changes not only create short -term inconvenience, but also long -term challenges for urban infrastructure. This is where the concept of the "sponge city" comes in, which aims to actively store rainwater on site and use it for the vegetation instead of immediately paying it into the sewage system.A look back at the effects of intensive precipitation
Especially in the hot summer months, when the floor is often dry, it can no longer absorb large amounts of rain. The result is traffic jams and flood situations that affect not only the environment, but also the quality of life of the residents. The city of Nuremberg recognized this and created a plan to redesign its water management.
strategies and measures for implementation
A central element of the strategy is the implementation of rigoles that were specially developed for storing rainwater under trees. These should ensure that the rainwater stays where it falls and benefits the plants on site. The following measures must be emphasized among the currently ongoing projects:
- Züricher Park: The park in Nuremberg is redesigned to have rainwater seepers off and at the same time act as flood protection.
- Mögeldorfer Plärrer: This creates new rigoles and trees that are supposed to collect and save the rainwater.
- Helmut-Herold-Platz: Part of the square was sealed to guarantee a better absorption of rainwater.
- Sör headquarters: The new administration looks at the fact that rainwater is not directed to the sewage system, but is collected and used sustainably.
criticism of the progress
Despite these measures, it is criticized from various sides that the city does not go far enough. The BUND nature conservation sees deficits in the plans and demands more extensive measures to integrate the concept of the "sponge city" in Nuremberg at all levels. In particular, the planned development at Wetzendorfer Graben is criticized.
conclusion: on the way to water sensitivity
The city of Nuremberg is on a promising path to rethink their water drives and storage strategies. With the projects initiated, she could not only adapt its infrastructure, but also become a model for other cities in the region. The concept of the "sponge city" could be the key to counteracting the challenges of climate change and securing the quality of life of the citizens in the long term.
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