Research links intensifying wet and dry swings to the atmosphere's sponge-like ability to drop and absorb water. Story by Science X staff • 1mo.

Almost all of China's medium and large cities are susceptible to floods. Some experts are promoting a solution called sponge cities — urban landscapes that are softer and meant to absorb more water.

They absorb water when it rains, "and then when water is needed, it could be pumped out, like when you squeeze the sponge." Researchers are reviewing the sponge city program, and so far, "the ...

Flooding is one of the most serious water-related issues in Chinese cities due to rapid urbanization, land-use changes and the disappearance of natural wetlands. To cope with such problems, the ...

By 2020, China hopes that 80% of its urban areas will absorb and re-use at least 70% of rainwater. To date, the cities have received more than $12 billion for sponge projects, according to China ...

WHAT do a snake’s mouth and a sponge have in common? Capillary action. Some species may use skin folds in their lower jaw like a sponge, to soak up water and ferry it into their gut. Instead ...

Flooding is one of the most serious water-related issues in Chinese cities due to rapid urbanization, land-use changes and the disappearance of natural wetlands. To cope with such problems, the ...