SUDS Storm Water Management

Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS) for stormwater management prioritize natural processes to mitigate flooding and pollution. They incorporate techniques like permeable paving, green roofs, swales, and ponds to slow, store, and filter rainfall runoff.

SUDS mimic natural drainage systems, reducing surface water runoff and pollution, replenishing groundwater, and enhancing biodiversity. By promoting infiltration and evapotranspiration, SUDS mitigate the impacts of urbanization on water quality and quantity, contributing to sustainable development and resilient infrastructure.

They're increasingly adopted in urban and rural areas worldwide for their effectiveness in managing stormwater while providing environmental benefits.