Investigating barriers and strategies to enhance the implementation of Sustainable Stormwater Solutions
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Examensarbete för masterexamen
Master's Thesis
Master's Thesis
Program
Infrastructure and environmental engineering (MPIEE), MSc
Publicerad
2024
Författare
Engström, Matilda
Eidergård Kjellner, Lovisa
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Sammanfattning
This study investigates barriers hindering the implementation of sustainable stormwater
solutions and promotes their adoption. By identifying and understanding these barriers,
including previously unrecognized factors, insights into the planning and decision making processes of stormwater management are provided. Findings from stakeholder
interviews reflect established barriers in prior research while revealing overlooked factors
like communication and operation and maintenance as significant barriers. Legislative
ambiguities emerge prominently, suggesting clearer legal directives could mitigate
several challenges. While planning processes align with existing literature, variations
exist, particularly in overlapping design and detailed planning phases. Overcoming found
barriers requires solutions such as enhanced visualization and early involvement of
operations and maintenance. Incorporating the operational aspect in stormwater
assessments ensures proposed solutions can be effectively implemented. Strategic
documents at the municipality level can address institutional and governance barriers but
also raise knowledge of the importance of stormwater related issues. Ultimately,
sustainability's definition varies among stakeholders, highlighting the need for a precise
and unified understanding to consistently promote effective stormwater management.