Glossary
Glossary
Contains terms and definitions used in the reference book, the project and the structure of the Ontology.
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FloodsAn overwhelming flow of water onto land that is normally dry and which under certain circumstances can cause unprecedented losses and devastation. | |
Flow simulationModelling of flows in drain or sewer systems. | |
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Geographic information system (GIS)A mapping system to analyse and display geographically referenced information. | |
Green Cities InitiativeAn initiative undertaken by Asian Development Bank (ADB), which represents a holistic way of thinking, and which is concerned with how to design the whole city in a way that is more sustainable, efficient, adaptive, and resilient. | |
Green Infrastructure (GI)A network providing the “ingredients” for solving urban and climatic challenges by building with nature. It is also referred to as Blue-green infrastructure. | |
GroundwaterWater present in the sub-surface strata. | |
GullyStructure to permit the entry of surface runoff into the sewer system. It is often fitted with a grating and a grit trap. | |
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HazardCondition referring to the potential of the hydro-meteorological phenomena to cause harm to humans and objects. | |
Hazard zoningDelineation of areas with different possibilities and limitations for investments and development, based on flood hazard. | |