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Return of Wetlands

Vacaresti Natural Park, Bucharest (Romania)

UrbanBiodiversity LossDrought (surface water)
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A flood-prone park in Romania designed as a multifunctional space that serves as both recreational area during dry periods and natural flood retention basin during high water events.

The park protects surrounding urban development by featuring designed flood zones that can temporarily store excess water from nearby rivers and urban runoff.

This innovative approach significantly reduces flood risk for adjacent neighborhoods while maintaining year-round usability and ecological value.

Climate-related Hazards & Challenges

Biodiversity Loss

High-water events from nearby rivers threatening urban development.

Drought (surface water)

Need to protect residential areas from flooding while providing green space.