New sustainable drainage systems to reduce street flooding in Tulse Hill

"The Soak Up Lambeth programme aims to improve drainage using natural processes to reduce the impact of surface water flooding through a series of SuDS schemes for estates, schools, highways, and parks."

"Instead of allowing rainwater to rush into the drains and sewer all at once causing them to overload and flood, SuDS are used to mimic the water cycle to give the sewers a chance to cope in heavy rain."

"Surface water flooding is one of Lambeth's most pressing environmental challenges, with 8,500 properties and £121 million worth of infrastructure considered to be at high risk."

"Apart from their ability to reduce flooding, SuDS are also visually appealing additions to the street landscape, and depending on the design and plating, often provide a biodiversity improvement."

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