Nature-based solutions for hydro-meteorological risk reduction

TLDR: The increasing frequency and severity of hydro-meteorological events on land and sea have a high impact globally as mentioned in this paper, and an increasing number of people is exposed to climate-related hazards each year.

Abstract: The increasing frequency and severity of hydro-meteorological events on land and sea have a high impact globally. Extreme hydro-meteorological events such as hurricanes, intense cyclones, or destructive thunderstorms appear to be associated with climate change and an increasing number of people is exposed to climate-related hazards each year – particularly the most vulnerable. Furthermore, the massive deforestation, over-building of rural and coastal areas, and modification of natural watersheds have made territories more prone to hazards. The science behind these phenomena is complex and multi-disciplinary as the international scientific community explores solutions that not only mitigate the impact of hydrometeorological events but also can contribute to disaster risk reduction and achieve the broader goals of the Sendai Framework, as well as the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. Additionally, advancement in evidence-based knowledge, together with progress in Bulletin of Atmospheric Science and Technology https://doi.org/10.1007/s42865-020-00007-4