The State We’re In: Can New Jersey cities become more ‘spongy’ and green?
Ever heard of a “sponge city”? Sponge cities are urban areas with a superior ability to absorb rainfall and prevent flooding, thanks to abundant natural features like trees, lakes, and parks - and good infrastructure design. As climate change brings warmer temperatures, and stronger and more frequent storms, “sponginess” is becoming an increasingly desirable city attribute. A recent study analyzed...