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Urbanization goes on and on, with or without planning; with higher growth rates in low-income regions. The dilemma is either one level super sprawl in poor suburbs… or high-rise density in central, serviced developments at astronomical prices.
Erosion mitigation...
Finding local resources for erosion mitigation is a challenge. One option is the Vetiver grass rooting 3 meters into the soil. During the establishing process bamboo gabions filled with stones can protect against the wash-out by rains or streams.
The hurricanes often destroy poor people’s homes. The roofs built of corrugated sheets, almost flat - just to save on materials - but making them fly like aeroplane wings. A simple spring-loaded device to partially open the roof could neutralize the worst lift off effect.
Recent progress with transparent solar panels makes it possible to combine fossil free energy with agriculture. Large structures supporting the solar panels may permit sufficient light for farming below.
Low-cost seismic mitigation from used tires
Elephant Foot