SuDS aim to mimic the way water moves naturally in and around a green field site.
This process differs from conventional drainage systems where rainwater runs quickly off hard surfaces, straight into drains and then into rivers, often carrying pollution with it. SuDS involve a range of techniques such as green roofs, rainwater harvesting, permeable paving and landscape features such as ponds and wetlands.
Please view the animated video developed by susdrain, which explains a digestible overview of what Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) are.
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