How Do Ancient Chinese Technologies Help Address Today's Climate and Disaster Risks?
Channel: Asian Development Bank
Date: 2022-07-11

The Fushougou drainage system adopts nature-based solutions in managing sewage, stormwater, and floods. It is designed to integrate gray and green infrastructures, foster urban ecosystem, and improve micro-climate and people’s well-being.

Chapters:
00:00 Ganzhou city has remained safe and sound despite heavy rains thanks to the 900-year old Fushougou drainage system 
00:24 Ingenious design of the ancient Fushougou drainage system
00:59 Liu Yi of Northern Song Dynasty was the chief designer of the Fushougou drainage system
01:17 Key structures and technologies adopted by the Fushougou drainage system 
02:42 The Fushougou drainage system is a model of sponge city built by ancient Chinese.

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