Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) in spatial planning for urban flood mitigation: The perspective of flood management experts in Accra

Asare, Prince; Atun, Funda; Pfeffer, Karin

doi:10.1016/j.landusepol.2023.106865

Land Use Policy

2023

DOI: 10.1016/j.landusepol.2023.106865

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Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) in spatial planning for urban flood mitigation: The perspective of flood management experts in Accra

Prince Asare,

Funda Atun,

Karin Pfeffer

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Mitigating the flood disaster effects through the implementation of knowledge management: A systematic literature review

Yousefi Mohammadi,

Abbasi,

Farhadian

et al. 2024

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Mitigating the flood disaster effects through the implementation of knowledge management: A systematic literature review

Yousefi Mohammadi,

Abbasi,

Farhadian

et al. 2024

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Real Options Analysis of Constructed Wetlands as Nature-Based Solutions to Wastewater Treatment Under Multiple Uncertainties: A Case Study in the Philippines

Agaton

2024

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Constructed wetlands (CWs) are man-made ecosystems that mimic the properties of natural wetlands. They are being utilized to treat various types of wastewater, from domestic to agricultural, municipal, commercial, and industrial effluents. Despite their economic viability and environmental benefits, their widespread adoption is challenged with several uncertainties, including public support, technology learning, and the impacts of climate change. This study proposes a valuation framework that considers these uncertainties to analyze the feasibility of CWs. Using existing CWs in the Philippines as a case, this study employs the real options approach to (1) evaluate the feasibility of CW projects using cost–benefit analysis, (2) calculate the value of postponing decisions to implement CWs projects using real options analysis, and (3) identify the optimal investment decisions for CWs considering the opportunity costs of waiting and uncertainties in public support and the impacts of climate change. Results found that the project is feasible with a net present value of USD 88,968. Yet, the real options value at USD 208,865 indicates that postponing the project may be a more optimal decision. Considering the cost of waiting, the valuation identified the threshold at 5.56% to immediately implement the project. The calculated values increase with uncertainty in public support but decrease with uncertainty in climate change’s impacts. Yet, these uncertainties prolong the decision to implement CW projects until they are resolved. The findings from this case study provide a basis for recommendations to support the adoption of CWs as nature-based water treatment for a more sustainable future.

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Enhancing Co-Benefits and reducing Flood Risks through Nature-based Solutions and Assessments: A Case Study in the Dead Sea Region of Jordan

Gokcekus,

Kassem,

Alijl

2024

Eng. Technol. Appl. Sci. Res.

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The integration of Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is a crucial step in the restoration of ecosystems and the mitigation of the effects of urbanization and climate-induced flooding. Moreover, National Statistical Policies (NSP) and SDGs have notably diminished flood and hydrogeological risk in developed countries. Nevertheless, developing countries like Jordan have encountered difficulties in implementing NSP and SDG. Accordingly, the objective of the present study was to evaluate the feasibility of implementing NBS in the Jordanian Dead Sea (DS) area for the first time. To this end, a novel approach was proposed, integrating the NBS and SDGs with the SA-GIS and Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (FAHP) approaches, with the objective of addressing the severe issue of urban floods in the DS area. Furthermore, a life-cycle cost-benefit analysis was employed to comprehensively assess costs and benefits over a specified time frame, utilizing key indicators such as Net Present Value (NPV) and the Benefit-Cost Ratio (BCR). The findings revealed that detention ponds, vegetated swales, rain gardens, and rainwater harvesting have BCR values exceeding one, suggesting that incorporating co-benefits into economic assessments significantly enhances the economic efficiency and viability of NBS. In conclusion, the proposed method can be applied globally and serves as a viable strategy for advancing sustainable urban growth and reducing the risk of disasters in developing countries like Jordan.

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Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) in spatial planning for urban flood mitigation: The perspective of flood management experts in Accra

Cited by 4 publications

References 28 publications

Mitigating the flood disaster effects through the implementation of knowledge management: A systematic literature review

Mitigating the flood disaster effects through the implementation of knowledge management: A systematic literature review

Real Options Analysis of Constructed Wetlands as Nature-Based Solutions to Wastewater Treatment Under Multiple Uncertainties: A Case Study in the Philippines

Enhancing Co-Benefits and reducing Flood Risks through Nature-based Solutions and Assessments: A Case Study in the Dead Sea Region of Jordan

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