Dhaka builds for a wetter future in pictures
Briefly

Bangladesh is highly threatened by climate change, with nearly 20% of its land mass at risk of submersion by mid-century. To address these challenges, innovative designs are emerging in Dhaka, such as the Brac University campus, which utilizes a bio-retention pond for stormwater management while providing community spaces. Its design emphasizes sustainability with features like planted facades and solar panels. Additionally, local architect Rafiq Azam has created numerous climate-resilient parks that collect and filter rainwater, enhancing public spaces and community resources in the city.
Brac University's new campus, described as the 'floating university', is designed to capture and treat storm runoff using a bio-retention pond while providing essential cooling and gathering spaces.
The campus's design features lush lower levels that integrate with surrounding neighborhoods and include planted facades and passive design to significantly reduce cooling needs.
Solar panels installed on Brac's upper gardens produce electricity and provide shade, the 13-story campus overall exemplifying innovative solutions to climate challenges.
The local architect Rafiq Azam designed around 20 climate-resilient parks across Dhaka, using trenches to collect and store rainwater, promoting community accessibility to fresh water.
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