Innovations in Water Management for Climate Resilient Cities and Buildings

Dear Colleagues,

Climate change and rapid urbanization are intensifying water-related challenges in cities, including flooding, water scarcity, degraded watersheds, and increased hydro-meteorological hazards. This Special Issue seeks innovative research that advances water management strategies to enhance climate resilience in urban environments and building systems. Contributions are encouraged across multidisciplinary domains, including hydrology, numerical modeling, flood simulation, hydrogeological processes, AIoT-enabled monitoring, smart city applications, and urban planning for disaster-resistant communities. Emphasis is placed on integrated approaches that combine advanced simulation techniques, data-driven monitoring systems, resilient urban design, and nature-based solutions to strengthen adaptive capacity. By bringing together experts in water engineering, urban planning, and intelligent sensing technologies, this Special Issue aims to foster practical and forward-looking solutions that support sustainable, safe, and climate-resilient cities and buildings.

Prof. Dr. Szu-Hsien Peng
Dr. Lei Xiong
Dr. I-Hui Chen
Guest Editors

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