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Blue-Green Infrastructure Networks

Integrating water and green systems for multifunctional urban benefits.

mysimulator teamUpdated June 2026≈ 3 min read▶ Open Blue-Green Infrastructure Network simulation

Components

Wetlands, bioswales, green corridors

Stormwater retention and reuse

Habitat connectivity and cooling

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Planning

Network analysis, co-benefit mapping, and participatory design.

Examples

Example: District-Scale Network Plan

Map flows and green spaces.

Design connected interventions.

Model benefits and iterate with stakeholders.

Frequently asked questions

Where to prioritize?

Hotspots for flooding, heat, and habitat gaps.

Maintenance?

Clear O&M plans and funding models.

Metrics?

Runoff reduction, canopy, and species indices.

Equity?

Ensure benefits reach vulnerable communities.

Permitting?

Simplify through standard designs and evidence.

Data?

GIS layers, sensors, and open standards.

Risk?

Plan for droughts and extreme events.

Finance?

Blended finance and value capture.

Governance?

Cross-department coordination and stewardship.

Monitoring?

Dashboards with KPIs and public reporting.

Try it live

Everything above runs in your browser — open Blue-Green Infrastructure Network and change the parameters while it is running. Nothing is installed, nothing is uploaded, the whole model lives in one tab.

▶ Open Blue-Green Infrastructure Network simulation