Nature-Based Solutions for Disaster Reduction and Improving Ecosystem Services in the Hutoubi Watershed, Taiwan
The Hutoubi Reservoir and its mainstream, Huyuan Stream, in the southern mountainous region of Taiwan, have experienced riverbed sedimentation and flood disasters for the past 150 years. In addition to climate change, it is necessary to scientifically consider its regulation for the next hundred yea...
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| description | The Hutoubi Reservoir and its mainstream, Huyuan Stream, in the southern mountainous region of Taiwan, have experienced riverbed sedimentation and flood disasters for the past 150 years. In addition to climate change, it is necessary to scientifically consider its regulation for the next hundred years. This study adopted a collaborative approach, involving industry, government, and academia, using Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to enhance ecosystem services. The solution layout is constructed by widening the channel and constructing additional farm ponds and wetlands. An hydraulic simulation indicated that flood control was addressed. The restoration project would create diverse aquatic habitats by simulating and evaluating the distribution of ecological biotopes, using porous materials as revetments. It provided urban residents with forest leisure and recreational sites and supported the local agricultural and forestry products. The restoration has propagated local culture and created environmental and professional education. Therefore, ecological services are enhanced regarding regulation, support, provision, and culture. This pilot study, led by researchers, aimed to promote comprehensive management concepts considering all stakeholders and their active participation. We integrated NbS into the watershed and its river system as a pathway for facing the challenges of rapid urbanization and climate change and improving ecosystem services. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-03e8ecfecd4d44cfaf5345f550ab5f082023-11-18T21:46:38ZengMDPI AGWater2073-44412023-07-011514252710.3390/w15142527Nature-Based Solutions for Disaster Reduction and Improving Ecosystem Services in the Hutoubi Watershed, TaiwanYen-Yu Chiu0Yi-Hung Wu1Kuei-Lin Fu2Tsung-Cheng Lai3Hung-En Chen4Su-Chin Chen5Department of Soil and Water Conservation, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung 40227, TaiwanSin-Hua Forest Area Experimental Forest Management Office, National Chung Hsing University, Tainan 71249, TaiwanTainan Branch, Soil and Water Conservation Bureau, Tainan 701017, TaiwanLee Cheng Engineering Consultant Co., Ltd., Tainan 71842, TaiwanDepartment of Soil and Water Conservation, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung 40227, TaiwanDepartment of Soil and Water Conservation, National Chung Hsing University, Taichung 40227, TaiwanThe Hutoubi Reservoir and its mainstream, Huyuan Stream, in the southern mountainous region of Taiwan, have experienced riverbed sedimentation and flood disasters for the past 150 years. In addition to climate change, it is necessary to scientifically consider its regulation for the next hundred years. This study adopted a collaborative approach, involving industry, government, and academia, using Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to enhance ecosystem services. The solution layout is constructed by widening the channel and constructing additional farm ponds and wetlands. An hydraulic simulation indicated that flood control was addressed. The restoration project would create diverse aquatic habitats by simulating and evaluating the distribution of ecological biotopes, using porous materials as revetments. It provided urban residents with forest leisure and recreational sites and supported the local agricultural and forestry products. The restoration has propagated local culture and created environmental and professional education. Therefore, ecological services are enhanced regarding regulation, support, provision, and culture. This pilot study, led by researchers, aimed to promote comprehensive management concepts considering all stakeholders and their active participation. We integrated NbS into the watershed and its river system as a pathway for facing the challenges of rapid urbanization and climate change and improving ecosystem services.https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/15/14/2527mountain stream facilitiesNature-based Solutions (NbS)ecosystem servicesclimate changedisaster reductionindustry-government-academia collaboration |
| spellingShingle | Yen-Yu Chiu Yi-Hung Wu Kuei-Lin Fu Tsung-Cheng Lai Hung-En Chen Su-Chin Chen Nature-Based Solutions for Disaster Reduction and Improving Ecosystem Services in the Hutoubi Watershed, Taiwan Water mountain stream facilities Nature-based Solutions (NbS) ecosystem services climate change disaster reduction industry-government-academia collaboration |
| title | Nature-Based Solutions for Disaster Reduction and Improving Ecosystem Services in the Hutoubi Watershed, Taiwan |
| title_full | Nature-Based Solutions for Disaster Reduction and Improving Ecosystem Services in the Hutoubi Watershed, Taiwan |
| title_fullStr | Nature-Based Solutions for Disaster Reduction and Improving Ecosystem Services in the Hutoubi Watershed, Taiwan |
| title_full_unstemmed | Nature-Based Solutions for Disaster Reduction and Improving Ecosystem Services in the Hutoubi Watershed, Taiwan |
| title_short | Nature-Based Solutions for Disaster Reduction and Improving Ecosystem Services in the Hutoubi Watershed, Taiwan |
| title_sort | nature based solutions for disaster reduction and improving ecosystem services in the hutoubi watershed taiwan |
| topic | mountain stream facilities Nature-based Solutions (NbS) ecosystem services climate change disaster reduction industry-government-academia collaboration |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/15/14/2527 |
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