Sinking Cities

Cities across Asia are developing at such an astounding rate, the pressure on water tables is causing many to slip into oblivion.

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Deep groundwater extraction wells are built by the business elites for commercial value. Better transparency will help manage them more sustainably.

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More than half the city will be under 1.2 metres of flood waters by the end of this century if action is not taken now.

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As more cities sink, rethinking how we use groundwater can ease pressure on precious aquifers.

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Artificial recharge and deep soil mixing are two techniques showing promise in rescuing sinking cities.

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Stopping Jakarta sinking cannot happen overnight, but the city is finally taking the action needed to stop groundwater extraction.

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Floating cities are emerging as a possible solution for residents of many of the world’s sinking megacities, if they can be built and operated sustainably.

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