Blue Green Infrastructure for Climate Resilience
Introduction
This module is aimed at understanding the concept of Blue-Green Infrastructure in the context of climate resilience, with a special focus on coastal environments. The module shall equip participants with a functional understanding of diverse blue-green infrastructure, such as green roofs, green
walls, green streets, living shorelines, rain gardens, and wetlands. This module offers an in-depth perspective on how effective planning and use of Blue-Green Infrastructure at a landscape-level can increase the capacity of urban spaces to adapt to climate change in multiple ways.
Module Objective
1. Understanding the structures & functions of Blue-Green Infrastructure
2. Appreciating value of Blue-Green Infrastructure in Urban Health
3. Evaluating Cost-Effectiveness of Blue-Green Infrastructure
4. Exploring Blue-Green Infrastructure as a strategy for Climate Resilience
5. Comprehending role of Blue-Green Infrastructure in Coastal Cities
Topics Covered
1. Concepts & Precepts of Blue-Green Infrastructure
2. Types of Blue-Green Infrastructure
3. Urban Environment: Habitats, Corridors & Ecosystem Services
4. Role of Connectivity in Blue-Green Infrastructure
5. Landscape Approach to Blue-Green Infrastructure Planning
6. Policy Framework for Blue-Green Infrastructure Management
7. Good Practices in Blue-Green Infrastructure
Pedagogical Approach
Lectures & Discussions
Case Studies & Presentations
Slides, Videos & Films
Site Visits and Hands-on Exercises