Why Technology-Based Stormwater Management Practices Can Backfire

01/20/23

“Why can grey stormwater management practices backfire?”

Grey (technology-based) stormwater practices are the most common approach in the world. However, being too reliant on them can backfire. For example, levees can be breached and lead to rapid filling of nearby areas. Dykes can lead to more intense water flow further downstream. These are just some of the ways that show Why Technology-Based Stormwater Management Practices Can Backfire.