Abstract
This paper explores the effectiveness of Bio-Dyke, an eco-engineered structure made from locally available materials and vegetation, in preventing riverbank slumping and erosion. It highlights how Bio-Dyke interventions help stabilize riverbanks, reduce flood-induced land loss, and safeguard farmers’ agricultural fields in flood-prone areas. Drawing on field evidence, the paper demonstrates how community-led Bio-Dyke construction not only offers a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to conventional embankments but also enhances local resilience and promotes green infrastructure solutions for disaster risk reduction.
Presenters
Suman ChapagainKnowledge and Research Officer, Climate Resilience, Practical Action, Bagmati, Nepal
Details
Presentation Type
Theme
2026 Special Focus—Unseen Unsustainability: Addressing Hidden Risks to Long-Term Wellbeing for All
KEYWORDS
BIO-DYKE, NATURE BASED SOLUTIONS, FLOOD
