This video presents a focused exploration of how road infrastructure and water management systems intersect in vulnerable landscapes. It highlights the challenges posed by inadequate drainage, erosion, and uncontrolled runoff, particularly in hilly and flood-prone regions of Nepal. Through field-based insights and practical examples, the video demonstrates how poorly managed road water can exacerbate land degradation, damage infrastructure, and increase disaster risks for local communities.
At the same time, the video emphasizes innovative and sustainable approaches to transform these challenges into opportunities. It showcases strategies such as improved drainage design, water harvesting, and community-based maintenance practices that enhance both road durability and water resource management. By integrating resilience thinking into infrastructure planning, the initiative promotes climate-adaptive solutions that support agricultural productivity, reduce environmental impacts, and strengthen the livelihoods of rural populations.
More info: www.roadsforwater.org
Produced by: Luwieke Bosma, MetaMeta Nepal
Year: 2018
Language: English
Region: Nepal, South Asia
