What is a sponge city? Sponges are known for their exceptional ability to absorb water. Sponge cities are designed to imitate the natural water cycle. The aim is to use green infrastructure to slow water and enhance ground absorption of water. By using, for example, green roofs, rain gardens, bioswales, parks and wetlands, the ideaContinueContinue reading “Sponges! How to design flood-resistant cities.”