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Summary:

During the last decade, Göteborg city has been faced great challenges in development of its waterfront areas. On one hand, there are many abandoned industrial land placed next to the water in central parts of the city which need to be renewed. On the other hand, there is a high risk of flooding in these low‐lying areas due to future climate changes.

The intention in this project is to introduce an appropriate urban waterfront structure in Frihamnen- former shipyard area along the Göta River in central Göteborg- which fulfills both economic and environmental needs of the society. In other word, the purpose is to find a balance between economic growth and the need to address climate change in the development of this area. Download the complete project description from here.

15 October 2010

Interesting video clips about climate change and sea-level rise

The President's Dilemma  
Description:  
The Pacific islands of Kiribati were among the last places to be colonized by humans. But now, because of rising sea levels, they may be among the first to be abandoned. Should Kiribati President Anote Tong surrender to climate change and evacuate? Can anything be done to help him buy more time? 
 
Climate Change in Bangladesh   
Description: 
This short film illustrates how people in Bangladesh are meeting the challenges of climate change.    

Working together with water  
Description:  
This film was produced in support of the recommendations of the Delta Comission. The Delta Commission reported in  2008 their recommandation to the Cabinet. The recommendation is a long term vision on how the Netherlands can deal with the consequences of climate change to 2100 and beyond - with a view to 2200.   

Source: http://www.thewaterchannel.tv
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