Framework, procedure, and tools for comprehensive evaluation of sustainable stormwater management: A review

Tiange Wu, Haihong Song, Jianbin Wang, Eran Friedler

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Abstract

Abstract: To better evaluate and enhance the performance and benefit of sustainable stormwater management (SSWM) in developing countries, this study proposes a comprehensive evaluation framework based on thorough literature review. This framework re-classifies evaluation goals and indicators into four aspects-stormwater system, integrated management, social engagement, and urban development. The purpose of this review is to provide a guideline for decision makers to choose appropriate goals and indicators according to different regional context. Meanwhile, a structured procedure for comprehensive evaluation of SSWM is proposed to guide a well-organised decision-making process. Furthermore, pros and cons of eight decision support tools, as well as their functional focus, are compared, aiming to provide references for SSWM in developing countries. Outcomes presented in this review are expected to support decision makers in the process of screening optimal SSWM strategies and monitoring SSWM projects.

Original languageEnglish
Article number1231
JournalWater (Switzerland)
Volume12
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 May 2020

Keywords

  • Comprehensive evaluation framework
  • Decision support tool
  • Sponge city
  • Stormwater management

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Water Science and Technology
  • Geography, Planning and Development
  • Aquatic Science
  • Biochemistry

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