April, 2016
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Author: Vikas Desai, Urvi Patel, Suresh K Rathi, Shailesh Wagle, Hemant S Desai
Climate czars have brought up an ascent in mean surface temperature of 2oC above pre-industrial levels will put the earth in unsafe, uncharted region. Heat is less regarded as highly appreciable hazard for Indian Cities. Surat (coastal) city is highly vulnerable to climate change due to its...
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June, 2015
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Author: TARU Leading Edge
The main objective of this project is to ensure availabilty of local water resources during emergencies. This would be achieved by developing replicable models for peri-urban lake rejuvenation and conservation.
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July, 2013
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Author: TARU Leading Edge
This paper describes the flood risks faced by Surat, a city located on the Tapi River. It faces flood risks not only from the heavy precipitation in and around the city, but also from heavy precipitation upstream and high tides downstream. Reducing the risks depends on better water...
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April, 2011
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Author: TARU Leading Edge
This document is prepared with the aim of providing a framework for the development of a climate resilience strategy for the city of Surat. It has been developed through continued interactions with city stakeholders, sector studies conducted to understand different dimensions of the current...
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November, 2010
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Author: TARU Leading Edge
With the intention to address problems such as repetitive floods, high population density and lack of safe and adequate water supply, the Surat Climate Change Trust was established to engage in policy advocacy regarding urbanization and climate change.
GLOBAL ASIA:India India:Surat
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April, 2010
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Author: TARU Leading Edge
The interventions in the cities of Indore and Surat include raising awareness of climate variability and climate change risks, developing city-specific vision strategies and scenarios for informed decision making.
GLOBAL ASIA:India India:Indore, Surat
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