Using Different Levels of Information in Planning Green Infrastructure in Luanda, Angola

Amado, Miguel P.; Rodrigues, Evelina D.; Poggi, Francesca; Pinheiro, Manuel Duarte; Amado, António Ribeiro; José, Helder

doi:10.3390/su12083162

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“…Although with some uncertainty, the literature on best-siting of water harvesting structures suggests the use of socio-economic parameters as distance to communities, rivers, roads, land tenure, population density, workforce availability or prior community experience with similar infrastructures. However, these kinds of data are rarely available and particularly lacking in Angola, where most of scientific and technical work is outdated and definitely neglected remote areas such as rural Namibe (Amado et al, 2020).…”

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Large-scale siting of sand dams: a participatory approach and application in Angolan drylands

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Castelli

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Sand dams are simple and effective structures built across ephemeral riverbeds in arid/semi-arid regions to harvest water within sand pores and increase water availability and quality for rural communities. The complex morphological, hydrological, social and economic conditions that make sand dams a beneficial tool for water resilience are largely influenced by the siting phase. Proper location of a sand dam can reduce community’s travel time to water points, reduce water conflicts and increase food security through expansion of irrigated agriculture. On the other hand, a misplacement of sand dams can, at worst, increase disparities in water access and increase local conflicts. To approach a viable siting of sand dams, most projects are developed and delivered with the community through a bottom-up approach. However, in case of large-scale project, remote sensing and biophysical analysis are the dominant approach, leaving the socio-economic component at the margins of the siting strategy and eventually affecting the benefits to local communities. In this paper, we propose a large-scale participatory methodology to sand dams siting, which draws on mixed-methods connecting the conventional top-down biophysical analysis with bottom-up participatory research. We first describe the generic approach developed for sand dams siting in Namibe, a semi-arid region of South-west of Angola, then we draw on our case to propose a generic approach to large-scale participatory siting beyond Namibe.

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Section: Methodological Frameworkmentioning

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Large-scale siting of sand dams: a participatory approach and application in Angolan drylands

Piemontese

Limones

Castelli

et al. 2022

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“…Although with some uncertainty, the literature on best siting of water harvesting structures suggests the use of socio‐economic parameters as distance to communities, rivers, roads, land tenure, population density, workforce availability or prior community experience with similar infrastructures. However, these kinds of data are rarely available and particularly lacking in Angola, where most of the scientific and technical work is outdated and definitely neglected in remote areas such as rural Namibe (Amado et al, 2020).…”

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confidence: 99%

“…However, these kinds of data are rarely available and particularly lacking in Angola, where most of the scientific and technical work is outdated and definitely neglected in remote areas such as rural Namibe (Amado et al, 2020).…”

Section: Methodological Frameworkmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The limitations of such top-down MCDA approaches are multiple. First, MCDA is very sensitive to the input data, which are often scares or have inadequate resolution in most drylands, and particularly in Angola (Amado et al, 2020). This affects the quality of the results, requiring a careful validation or, preferably, an integration with local analysis.…”

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Large‐scale siting of sand dams: A participatory approach and application in Angolan drylands

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Sand dams are simple and effective structures built across ephemeral riverbeds in arid/ semiarid regions to harvest water within sand pores and increase water availability and quality for rural communities. The complex morphological, hydrological, social, and economic conditions that make sand dams a beneficial tool for water resilience are largely influenced by the siting phase. Proper location of a sand dam can reduce communities' travel time to water points, reduce water conflicts, and increase food security through expansion of irrigated agriculture. On the other hand, a misplacement of sand dams can, at worst, increase disparities in water access and increase local conflicts. To approach a viable siting of sand dams, most projects are developed and delivered with the community through a bottom-up approach. However, in the case of large-scale projects, remote sensing and biophysical analysis are the dominant approach, leaving the socio-economic component at the margins of the siting strategy and eventually affecting the benefits to local communities. In this paper, we propose a large-scale participatory methodology to sand dams siting, which draws on mixed-methods connecting the conventional top-down biophysical analysis with bottom-up participatory research. We first describe the generic approach developed for sand dams siting in Namibe, a semi-arid region of Southwest of Angola, then we draw on our case to propose a generic approach to large-scale participatory siting beyond Namibe.

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“…Effective resource management, transparent administration, integration of green infrastructure, and continual commitment to public engagement are necessary (Parnell, 2015). For African cities to prosper, it is crucial to implement policies and practices that encourage equitable and sustainable urban development, while simultaneously improving the well-being of the population (Amado et al, 2020).…”

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Urban Planning and Green Infrastructure Under a Changing Climate in Africa

Dossa,

Miassi

2024

IJRD

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This article uses the PRISMA systematic review method to identify the challenges and opportunities of urban planning in Africa, with a focus on climate change. The article emphasizes the importance of sustainable financing, transparent management, and effective governance. It also highlights financial difficulties, privatization, short political cycles, and institutional limitations as some of the key challenges that need to be addressed. Cultural, religious, and socio-economic influences on awareness of green infrastructure are examined, advocating for the promotion of environmental awareness and education. Climate risks threaten the sustainability of green infrastructure, necessitating resilient planning. Legal gaps hinder urban planning implementation, underscoring the need for appropriate legal frameworks. Coordination between government levels and long-term vision is essential to addressing political and administrative challenges. Overall, the article suggests sustainable, human-centered approaches and effective resource management for balanced urban development in Africa. It also emphasizes a holistic approach and ongoing collaboration for sustainability.

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Using Different Levels of Information in Planning Green Infrastructure in Luanda, Angola

Cited by 10 publications

References 61 publications

Large-scale siting of sand dams: a participatory approach and application in Angolan drylands

Large-scale siting of sand dams: a participatory approach and application in Angolan drylands

Large‐scale siting of sand dams: A participatory approach and application in Angolan drylands

Urban Planning and Green Infrastructure Under a Changing Climate in Africa

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