The SUDS Manual


Book Description

This guidance document is aimed at providing comprehensive advice on the implementation of SUDS in the UK. It provides information for all aspects of the life cycle of SUDS, from initial planning, design through to construction and their management in the context of the current regulatory framework.




Site Handbook for the Construction of SUDS


Book Description

This handbook provides guidance on the construction of SUDS (sustainable drainage systems) to facilitate their effective implementation within developments. It is aimed at site engineers and SUDS practitioners.




Designing for Exceedance in Urban Drainage


Book Description

Aims to provide advice for the design and management of urban sewerage and drainage systems to reduce the impacts that arise when flows occur that exceed their capacity. This book includes information on the effective design of both underground systems and overland flood conveyance.




Sustainable Drainage Systems


Book Description

A sustainable drainage system aims to mimic as closely as possible the natural drainage of a site to minimise the impact of urban development on the flooding and pollution of waterways. Techniques use vegetation features to treat pollution and slow down or reduce flows, as well as to enhance the landscape and provide improved wildlife habitats. This technical report summarises current knowledge on the best approaches to design and construction of sustainable drainage systems. Readers of this book will improve their understanding of the hydrological, hydraulic, structural, water quality and ecological aspects of the various SUDS features available in the UK and overseas.




Flood Resilience and Resistance for Critical Infrastructure


Book Description

This text provides an overview of the regulatory framework and outlines the main issues now faced by the industry. It states that flood resilience measures should be adopted as an integral part of individual organisations' business continuity management processes, whole-life asset management plans and climate change adaptation strategies.




Nature-Based Solutions to Climate Change Adaptation in Urban Areas


Book Description

This open access book brings together research findings and experiences from science, policy and practice to highlight and debate the importance of nature-based solutions to climate change adaptation in urban areas. Emphasis is given to the potential of nature-based approaches to create multiple-benefits for society. The expert contributions present recommendations for creating synergies between ongoing policy processes, scientific programmes and practical implementation of climate change and nature conservation measures in global urban areas. Except where otherwise noted, this book is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/




Wetland Systems to Control Urban Runoff


Book Description

Wetland Systems to Control Urban Runoff integrates natural and constructed wetlands, and sustainable drainage techniques into traditional water and wastewater systems used to treat surface runoff and associated diffuse pollution. The first part of the text introduces the fundamentals of water quality management, and water and wastewater treatment. The remaining focus of the text is on reviewing treatment technologies, disinfection issues, sludge treatment and disposal options, and current case studies related to constructed wetlands applied for runoff and diffuse pollution treatment. Professionals and students will be interested in the detailed design, operation, management, process control and water quality monitoring and applied modeling issues. * Contains a comprehensive collection of timely, novel and innovative research case studies in the area of wetland systems applied for the treatment of urban runoff * Demonstrates to practitioners how natural and constructed wetland systems can be integrated into traditional wastewater systems, which are predominantly applied for the treatment of surface runoff and diffuse pollution * Assesses the design, operation, management and water treatment performance of sustainable urban drainage systems including constructed wetlands




Trash and Security Screen Guide 2009


Book Description

A new guide by the Environment Agency, this text offers information and advice on the design and management of trash and security screens upstream of culverts in England and Wales.




Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems


Book Description

This design manual is the first authoritative document to provide detailed technical advice on sustainable methods of water drainage in the UK, putting sustainable development into practice.