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Philippine Public Works Secretary Advises Shift to Hybrid Flood Control Solutions

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 1
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The Philippine Public Works Secretary called for a shift in the government’s approach to flood control, advocating for nature-based hybrid solutions. This advice was given during a meeting with representatives of Project NOAH and Haskoning Phils. The Secretary urged that the Philippines study countries like the Netherlands, which utilizes nature-based approaches alongside large-scale concrete infrastructure.

From manilatimes.net

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The advice targets the prevailing mindset that insists on purely concrete dike solutions. The Secretary stated that the ideal solution is always a combination of approaches that is tailored to the specific needs of a particular area.

The Netherlands and the Philippines have signed Terms of Reference to establish a framework for cooperation between the two countries.

From manilatimes.net

Who's involved

  • PhilippinesThe country whose infrastructure policy is being advised on regarding flood control.
  • NetherlandsCountry whose successful nature-based flood management practices are being studied as a model.

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