Problems of hard engineering & 'softer' alternatives

Description

Course links: GCSE • IGCSE • A-level • IA-level • IB • National 5 • Higher Geography

This video and its companion, created in collaboration with the University of Aberystwyth, explore how hard and soft engineering approaches are used to manage river flooding. We look at case study examples of flooding and management on the Rivers Severn (Hafren), Ystwyth and Rheidol.

Attributions and Acknowledgements

Thank you for permission to film this video from:

Natural Resources Wales

Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn Town Council

Powys County Council

Ceredigion County Council

Severn Trent Water

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