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A focused intelligence section from the Mark and Focus archive, connecting recurring analysis across policy, infrastructure, resilience, technology, and urban systems change.
Urban areas face increasing pressure from stormwater runoff, polluted waterways, and limited open space. Integrating wetlands into Green Infrastructure (GI) systems helps cities capture runoff, filter contaminants, and restore ecological functions. These…
Urban areas face rising flood risk as climate change increases rainfall intensity and frequency. Hard surfaces and legacy drainage systems limit infiltration, which elevates the likelihood of rapid surface water flooding. Managing…
Cities in arid and water-stressed regions face growing pressure to reduce potable water demand while supporting population growth. Urban water reuse systems offer a practical pathway by capturing and reusing non-potable water…
Blue bonds are becoming an important financing instrument for protecting water resources and strengthening coastal and marine resilience. They provide governments, institutions, and companies with a targeted way to raise capital for…
Green roofs are redefining urban development by merging architecture and ecology. These vegetated systems transform rooftops into multifunctional green spaces that address environmental, economic, and social challenges in cities. Explore how Amsterdam’s…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of water resources management. By analyzing large volumes of data in real time, AI supports smarter, faster decision-making…
