SUDS in Enfield. Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Enfield?
A
North London.
2
Q
Why is there a need for SUDS here?
A
Has been affected by floods in 2006, 2007, 2008.
3
Q
How many properties were thought to be at risk of flooding?
A
9,000
4
Q
In what year did the SUDS project start?
A
2012.
5
Q
What methods did they introduce?
A
Vegetated trenches, vegetated roofs, wetlands, and containers.
6
Q
What two groups funded the project?
A
Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) and Thames Water.
7
Q
How much money did DEFRA provide?
A
£340,000
8
Q
In terms of flooding, how can we say the project has been a success?
A
No flood events between 2013-2014.
9
Q
What impact has it had on pollution?
A
43% reduction in nitrogen and 67% reduction in ammonia in the Salmon Brook River.
10
Q
What river flows through Enfield?
A
Salmon Brook.
