Synthesis: Why the Need for a Holistic Approach?

Event: Asia Water Week 2013: Securing Water for All (Main Event)

Synthesis: Why the Need for a Holistic Approach?

14 March 2013

Author / Speaker:

Zoran Vojinovic, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization - Email the author | Other materials by the author

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Global trends indicate that engineering solutions are insufficient and social dimensions have been not been considered adequately when dealing with flood management in urban areas. A shift towards a new holistic paradigm is needed to respond to the challenges of urban flood management.

Geographical Focus:

Global

Type of Content:

Learning Event

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