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Effective management of stormwater in urban environments is key to protecting the built environment and reducing the risk of flooding. Solutions based on natural drainage, such as rain gardens, offer an innovative and sustainable way to treat rainfall not as an enemy but as a valuable resource. A rain garden is a shallowly dug area planted with plants that can drain and absorb rainwater. This means that water does not immediately run off asphalt or concrete surfaces, but infiltrates gradually into the ground, reducing the overloading of drainage systems and the risk of flooding. Rain gardens can even be used to recycle rainfall locally, as it is incorporated into groundwater reserves and recharged into local vegetation.

You can create a rain garden in the garden of a family home, in a condominium courtyard or in a public space with minimal investment. All you need is a suitable space, some water-loving plants and a little planning. By participating in the “Be a Rain Saver” campaign, you are not only beautifying your environment, but also actively contributing to sustainable urban development.