The Effectiveness of flood management
Author(s)
World Meteorological Organization (WMO); Associated Programme on Flood Management (APFM) ; Sayers and Partners
Published by
Published in
Geneva
Year published
2013
Summary
This case study, which is a part of wider scope Tool “Effectiveness of Flood Management,” summarizes flood management approaches and policies adopted in England. The study introduces the national framework of flood management policies and the roles of flood related organizations. For better and efficient management, England has been taking a risk based approach to flood management for years, including systematic benefit cost analysis and project appraisal. Adaptive approach to cope with emerging climate change issues is also becoming a mainstream management strategy.
Language of publication
English
Extent of item
47 p.
Format
Digital
Material type
Regions and countries
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