Through the TUM University Foundation, Martin Herrenknecht, entrepreneur and manufacturer of #tunnelboring machines, is funding our research project on measures for #drought and #floodprotection in southern Germany: http://go.tum.de/314713

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Entrepreneur Martin Herrenknecht promotes climate research at TUM

The manufacturer of tunnel boring machines, Dr.-Ing E.h. Martin Herrenknecht, will support climate research at the Technical University of Munich (TUM).

Practical Steps to Protect Your Home from Flooding Amid Climate Risks

As climate change worsens and flood defenses across England deteriorate, more homes face increased risk of flooding. While systemic government investment in flood infrastructure is needed, homeowners can take proactive measures to reduce damage. Installing Kitemarked flood barriers or flood doors ca... [More info]

Chủ xe tại Thái Nguyên đã nhanh trí chi 800.000 đồng để bọc bạt bảo vệ "xế cưng" khỏi nước lũ, thành công giữ an toàn cho chiếc xe của mình! Một giải pháp đơn giản nhưng hiệu quả trong mùa mưa bão.

#BọcBạtÔTô #TránhLũ #TháiNguyên #MẹoHay #BảoVệXe #FloodProtection #CarCare #LifeHack #ThaiNguyen

https://vtcnews.vn/chi-800-nghin-dong-boc-bat-o-to-tranh-lu-chu-xe-thai-nguyen-bao-toan-xe-cung-ar970657.html

Chi 800 nghìn đồng bọc bạt ô tô tránh lũ, chủ xe Thái Nguyên bảo toàn 'xế cưng'

Nhanh trí bọc bạt, nhiều chủ xe đã bảo toàn được ô tô của mình, trong khi có người lại không được như ý khi xe bị lạc trôi, va đập.

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#xsukax #Chatroom #e2ee System

https://github.com/xsukax/xsukax-Chatroom-E2E-System

A secure, #realtime WebSocket-based chat system featuring end-to-end #encryption for private messages, multi-room support, and comprehensive administrative controls. Built with #privacy and #security as core principles.

#SecureChat #anonymouschat #floodprotection #privacyFocused #websockets #selfhosted

The underground cathedral protecting Tokyo from floods

An intricate system of dams, levees and tunnels defends the Japan’s capital. Will it be able to cope with climate change?

BBC

Discover how Steinsel is bridging the way to a sustainable future with its new wooden bridge project over the Alzette river.

Read my post here: https://discovermyeurope.eu/bridging-the-future-steinsels-new-wooden-bridge-project-in-luxembourg/

#SteinselBridge #AlzetteRiver #SustainableInfrastructure #FloodProtection #LuxembourgGreenInitiative

Bridging the Future: Steinsel’s New Wooden Bridge Project in Luxembourg

In a significant step towards sustainable urban development, the town of Steinsel in Luxembourg is constructing a new wooden bridge over the Alzette river. This project is an integral part of a broader initiative to renaturise the environment and enhance flood protection for the surrounding cities. The Vision Behind the Construction The construction of the [...]

Discover my Europe

"Globally, the researchers determined that #mangroves save around $855 billion through #FloodProtection as of 2020, with the highest monetary value from mangroves found in China, Vietnam, Australia, the U.S. and India."

“The results are clear: Mangroves play a critical role in reducing flood risks and should be viewed as valuable natural assets.”

https://www.ecowatch.com/mangroves-flood-protection-economic-value.html

Flood Protection by Mangroves Saves $855 Billion Globally, Report Finds

Researchers estimate that the economic value that mangroves provide as protection against flooding amounts to about $855 billion globally.

EcoWatch

5-Dec-2024
#Mangroves save $855 billion in #floodProtection globally, new study shows
UC Santa Cruz researchers highlight critical role of mangroves in coastal #resilience

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1067292 #science #ClimateCatastrophe #SeaLevelRise #environment #coasts

Mangroves save $855 billion in flood protection globally, new study shows

Mangroves have been shown to provide $855 billion in flood protection services worldwide, according to a new study from the Center for Coastal Climate Resilience at UC Santa Cruz. The research is featured in the World Bank's 2024 edition of The Changing Wealth of Nations.

EurekAlert!

🔍 Archaeological sites need customized protection plans 🛡️
A collaborative project between the University of Cologne, LVR, and RWTH Aachen investigated causes of flood damage to archaeological sites in the Rhineland to better assess and prevent future damage. 🏛️

Learn more ▶️https://uni.koeln/QTERT

The paper was published in Environmental Sciences Europe 👇
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12302-024-00991-w?utm_source=rct_congratemailt&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=oa_20240918&utm_content=10.1186%2Fs12302-024-00991-w

#UniCologne #Archaeology #ClimateChange
#FloodProtection #ClimateChange #Research #ProtectionPlans