In this bonus episode of The PGN Podcast, hosts Carl Hodgson and Meshi Taka delve into the often-overlooked issue of groundwater flooding, shedding light on its complexities and discussing the urgent need for better understanding and management strategies. They are joined by Jed Ramsay, project lead for Project Groundwater Buckinghamshire, who shares insights into the challenges and objectives of the project, aiming to revolutionise groundwater flood risk management.
Key Points Covered:
Understanding Groundwater Flooding: The podcast explores the nuances of groundwater flooding, highlighting its status as the least understood and least invested type of flooding.
Project Groundwater Buckinghamshire: Jed Ramsay provides an overview of the project's goals and its local-to-national approach in addressing groundwater flood risk, funded by the Flood Coastal Resilience Innovation Programme.
Mental Health Impact: The discussion extends to the often-overlooked mental health impacts of flooding and the importance of addressing these concerns.
Upskilling and Better Data: The hosts and Ramsay emphasise the necessity of upskilling staff in local authorities and improving data collection and modelling for effective planning and policy implementation.
Collaboration and Legacy: The episode concludes with a call for collaboration among groundwater projects in the UK and the importance of establishing a legacy organisation to sustain efforts beyond project completion.
Guest Speaker:
Jed Ramsay: Project Lead for Project Groundwater Buckinghamshire, bringing expertise in addressing groundwater flood risk and promoting innovation in flood management.
Additional Notes:
This episode of The PGN Podcast dives into the crucial topic of groundwater flooding, featuring insights from Jed Ramsay and highlighting the importance of addressing this often-neglected aspect of flood management. The conversation underscores the necessity of normalising discussions around flooding and the urgency of improving understanding, data, and strategies for effective long-term management.
Useful Information and Links:
Flood and Coastal Resilience Innovation Programme | Engage Environment Agency (engagementhq.com)
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