Climate adaptation is a dynamic and complex process. This includes risk assessment, adaptation planning, implementation, and monitoring at different scales. Adaptation strategies vary according to specific types of climate hazards, geographical scales, and time frames. However, limited knowledge while dealing with several uncertainties is a major challenge. CSTEP's scientific strategies can help policymakers design and prioritise adaptation measures to meet our climate agenda.
Sustainable Urban Planning Strategies Volume 2
Recognising the need for implementing more forward-looking approaches in Bengaluru’s key urban sectors, the Government of Karnataka has introduced a number of new policy guidelines relating to water, sanitation and transport sectors. However, addressing urban sustainability challenges require the consideration of varying geographic contexts as well as the difference in the pattern of urbanisation experienced by cities.
Manufactured Sand Potential and Status in Karnataka
Sand is an essential element in concrete and hence plays an important role in the construction and infrastructure industry in a modern economy. It is typically sourced from riverbeds which are located in ecologically sensitive areas. Hence, excessive mining leads to the degradation of riverbeds, which affects the local groundwater system, potential biodiversity and the recreational potential of these regions. A large quantity of the official sand production per year in Karnataka is currently sourced from riverbed mining, some of which is also imported from neighbouring states.
Gaps in Sanitation: An FSM-Centric View
EMPRI and CSTEP jointly organised a workshop on ‘Gaps in Sanitation: An FSM-Centric View’.
Workshop on FSM Toolbox
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), CEPT University and CSTEP jointly organised a workshop on Faecal Sludge Management Toolbox to discuss the needs of FSM resources and knowledge products, and how these resources can be organised efficiently.
Workshop on Urban Observatory for Karnataka
National Institute for Urban Affairs and CSTEP jointly organised a workshop "Urban Observatory for Karnataka".
Creating Sustainable Urban Systems: Need for Redesigning Indicators for Urban Infrastructure and Services
Creating Sustainable Urban Systems: Need for Redesigning Indicators for Urban Infrastructure and Services