INXCES
INXCES - INnnovations for eXtreme Climatic Events | |||||||||
Coordinator : Tone Merete Muyhanna |
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Projects Partner and Institution: Tone Merete Muthanna - Norwegian University of Science and Technology (Norway); |
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Abstract: INXCES - INnovations for eXtreme Climatic EventS
Prevention and mitigation of the consequences of hydroclimatic extreme events are dependent on the time scale. Floods are typically a consequence of intense rainfall events with short duration. In relation to prolonged droughts however, a much slower timescale needs to be considered, connected to groundwater level reductions, desiccation and negative consequences for growing conditions and potential ground – and building stability. INXCES will take a holistic spatial and temporal approach to the urban water balance at a catchment scale and perform technical-scientific research to assess, mitigate and build resilience in cities against extreme hydroclimatic events with nature-based solutions. INXCES will use and enhance innovative 3D terrain analysis and visualization technology coupled with state-of-the-art satellite remote sensing to develop cost-effective risk assessment tools for urban flooding, aquifer recharge, ground stability and subsidence. INXCES will develop quick scan tools that will help decision makers and other actors to improve the understanding of urban and peri-urban terrains and identify options for cost effective implementation of water management solutions that reduce the negative impacts of extreme events, maximize beneficial uses of rainwater and stormwater for small to intermediate events and provide long-term resilience in light of future climate changes. The INXCES approach optimizes the multiple benefits of urban ecosystems, thereby stimulating widespread implementation of nature-based solutions on the urban catchment scale. |
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Implementation: |
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Outcome/deliverables: Improved environmental impact alleviation of climatic events. A holistic approach to the urban water balance and improved management of urban water resources. A new urban monitoring station and shallow subsurface monitoring in Bucharest and Better prediction of changes in groundwater level Incorporating rain-on-snow and snowmelt events in flood risk assessment Prototype of nature-based water quality filters and treatment train Guidelines for improved design of stormwater systems for extremes. |
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References coordinator and leaders of each WP: Maria Viklander, Guri Ganerød, Tone Merete Muthanna, Floris Cornelis Boogaard, Radu Constantin Gogu |
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Contact Point for Communication/Dissemination activities: Floris Cornelis Boogaard |
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Contact Point for Open Data/Open Access activities: |
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Results of the project: Data and resources
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