The Use of Precipitation in the Cities of the Future—Problems, Barriers and Challenges

Joanna Bąk ()
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Joanna Bąk: Faculty of Environmental Engineering and Energy, Cracow University of Technology, 31-155 Kraków, Poland

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 19, 1-25

Abstract: Due to climate change and its effects, it becomes indispensable to maximise the use of rainwater in cities. In order to effectively carry out this process in cities, it is essential to organise information and knowledge, and plan an appropriate action strategy. It is necessary to identify not only the strengths and opportunities for introducing solutions to collect and use rainwater in cities, but also the weaknesses and threats. The article presents a SWOT analysis (Strengths—Weaknesses—Opportunities—Threats) for the use of rainwater in the city, compiling comprehensive information and knowledge on this topic. Environmental, social and economic aspects have been taken into account. On its basis, the possibilities, as well as problems, barriers and limitations in the field of introducing the use of rainwater into the fabric of the cities of the future were discussed. The greatest challenges in this area were also identified, providing a basis for further planning of activities.

Keywords: rainwater management; water circular economy; stormwater; alternative source of water; water demand; water consumption; sustainable development; SDG; rainwater harvesting; rainwater use (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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