The MOOC “Sustainable Urban Water Systems” offers comprehensive knowledge on sustainable urban water management in water-sensitive cities. The course delves into the impact of human settlements and climate change on the water cycle, emphasizing the integration of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) into urban drainage systems. Participants will explore strategies to mitigate effects on the water cycle, including the use of alternative water resources, reducing losses and waste, and enhancing city resilience.
This course is ideal for urban planners, environmental engineers, policy makers, and anyone interested in sustainable urban development and climate adaptation.
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The course modules cover topics such as the impact of human activities and climate change on the water cycle, strategies for recovering from alterations, nature-based solutions, sustainable water supply, and reduction of losses and waste.
Module 1 provides an introduction to the course, setting the stage for exploring sustainable urban water systems. Participants will gain an overview of the key concepts and objectives of the course, preparing them for the subsequent modules.
Module 2 delves into the impact of human activities and climate change on the water cycle in urban areas. Participants will explore the balance between needs and risks, as well as the effects of climate change on rainfall and runoff.
Module 3 focuses on strategies for increasing resilience to evolutionary risks in water-sensitive cities. It covers human alteration of the water cycle, nature-based solutions such as water squares and blue roofs, and various nature-based infiltration systems.
Module 4 explores sustainable water supply strategies, addressing water availability, needs, and sustainable uses. Participants will learn about the reduction of water loss and waste, non-conventional water resources, rainwater harvesting, and reuse.
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