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Towards guidance on effective use of nature-based approaches to flood and erosion risk management in Canadian river basins

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DOIResolve DOI: https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003323037-114
AuthorSearch for: 1ORCID identifier: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9134-6933; Search for: 1ORCID identifier: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8007-9211; Search for: 1ORCID identifier: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6813-3403; Search for: 1ORCID identifier: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4561-3620; Search for: 1ORCID identifier: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0882-5272
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  1. National Research Council of Canada. Ocean, Coastal and River Engineering
FunderSearch for: Infrastructure Canada; Search for: National Research Council of Canada. Climate Resilient Built Environment Initiative
FormatText, Book Chapter
Abstract
Nature-based Solutions (NbS) are internationally proven strategies for managing flood and erosion risk in river basins, while delivering a range of co-benefits. Although many Canadian communities are vulnerable to fluvial flood and erosion hazards, there is hesitancy in adopting NbS on scales commensurate with the risk. This paper outlines efforts to fill knowledge gaps and overcome technical barriers to wider uptake of NbS in Canada’s river basins. Challenges and opportunities are identified based on a literature review and interviews with stakeholders and experts. Regional drivers of flooding and erosion are summarized and linked to considerations for NbS in Canada’s diverse river basin settings. Pilot studies are being developed to assess the performance of different types of NbS and to inform the development of design guidance.
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PublisherCRC Press
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  • River Flow 2022 (6 August 2024): 845–853.
LanguageEnglish
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