Åse is a water expert and systems ecologist with 20 years’ professional experience with a diverse portfolio of empirical research, project and program management, knowledge brokering and policy work at Swedish, European, African and international level. Her main areas of expertise are social learning and collaboration for adaptive governance, risk reduction and resilience building in various development contexts. This includes risk reduction and adaptation in integrated water resources management, urban water services and integrated planning and management in various ecosystems and urban areas.
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Urban agriculture
This article provides an overview of the different types of urban agriculture in African countries. These can provide livelihoods, nutritious meals, cooling and flood mitigation/alleviation. The aim is to collect case studies to provide concrete examples for learning and upscaling.
Environmental benefits and impacts of floating development
Although research is scarce, there is some evidence of environmental benefits and impacts of floating development. Floating solutions can address the challenges posed by climate change in areas affected by flooding and sea-level rise. This article lists the important benefits and impacts of floating development.
The power of three: mangroves, seagrass and corals
Interventions on nature-based solutions need to be systemic. Here we explore the system of mangroves-seagrass - coral reef, and the importance of addressing this as a system. The success of one ecosystem is linked to that of the others, and each performs different functions.
Presentation on the Delta Programme by Peter Glas
The Delta Programme of The Netherlands is a government initiative to ensure that the Netherlands is protected against flooding, now and in the future, and prepared for weather extremes. Furthermore, sufficient fresh water must be available.
Rainwater harvesting - an overview of knowledge
Rainwater harvesting, the process of capturing rain to store, or allow it to seep into the ground, is an age-old practice. Communities in arid and semi-arid lands have developed multiple processes of harvesting to suit local geographic conditions and purposes. This document provides examples from around the world and related resources.
Restoration of urban water bodies
In this article we have collected a list of restored water bodies from urban areas around the world. Restoring old water bodies is an important resilience measure, to adapt to climate change and to strive for sustainable development in urban areas.
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