{"id":213574,"date":"2026-06-01T09:48:50","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T13:48:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/?post_type=topic_post&#038;p=213574"},"modified":"2026-06-01T09:53:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T13:53:38","slug":"our-monthly-science-question-how-are-sponge-cities-transforming-water-management","status":"publish","type":"topic_post","link":"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/en\/inrs\/newsroom\/thematic-reports\/our-monthly-science-question\/our-monthly-science-question-how-are-sponge-cities-transforming-water-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Our monthly science question: How are sponge cities transforming water management?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element has-background\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgb(238,238,238) 0%,rgb(234,234,234) 100%);grid-template-columns:auto 21%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read the article optimized for mobile devices.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><a href=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"377\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN-web-377x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-213580 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN-web-377x1024.jpg 377w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN-web-111x300.jpg 111w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN-web-768x2084.jpg 768w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN-web-566x1536.jpg 566w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN-web-755x2048.jpg 755w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN-web.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 377px) 100vw, 377px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"556\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-213575 size-large\" alt=\"How are sponge cities transforming water management? \n\nOur monthly science question: a series that demystifies complex subjects with simple, effective answers. \" src=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_01-1024x556.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_01-1024x556.png 1024w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_01-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_01-768x417.png 768w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_01-1536x834.png 1536w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_01.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#586554\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"556\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-213579 size-large\" alt=\"What is a sponge city? \n\nA sponge city is designed to manage stormwater by allowing precipitation to infiltrate the ground. In other words, urban areas are transformed, so they are no longer vast impermeable surfaces, think of all the asphalt covering our cities, but instead function like a sponge, capable of absorbing heavy rainfall without causing damage. The concept can be applied to \u201csponge parks,\u201d \u201csponge streets,\u201d or \u201csponge parking lots.\u201d \" src=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_02-1024x556.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_02-1024x556.png 1024w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_02-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_02-768x417.png 768w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_02-1536x834.png 1536w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_02.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#697262\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"556\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-213578 size-large\" alt=\"Beneath the pavement, the beach \n\nProfessor Sophie Duchesne, a specialist in hydrology and urban infrastructure at INRS, studies water management challenges faced by municipalities. When it comes to sponge cities, she emphasizes that the goal is not to eliminate all paved surfaces, but rather to rethink them so that rainwater can be directed toward appropriate areas. Practical solutions include installing permeable streets that absorb water, or channeling rainfall into planting beds, gardens, or urban parks. \" src=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_03-1024x556.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_03-1024x556.png 1024w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_03-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_03-768x417.png 768w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_03-1536x834.png 1536w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_03.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#999a9b\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"555\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-213577 size-large\" alt=\"Creating a supportive ecosystem \n\nGreen spaces specifically designed to handle heavy rainfall are commonly referred to as \u201cbioretention systems.\u201d By carefully selecting plant species such as perennials, shrubs, and trees that can tolerate both heavy watering and prolonged dry periods these systems help retain and absorb a portion of stormwater, while also promoting its \u201cevapotranspiration,\u201d or transfer back into the atmosphere. As an added benefit, residents can enjoy these green spaces, which also help mitigate urban heat islands during the summer. These are known as the \u201cco-benefits\u201d of such measures. \" src=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_04-1024x555.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_04-1024x555.png 1024w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_04-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_04-768x416.png 768w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_04-1536x833.png 1536w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_04.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#85937a\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"554\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-213576 size-large\" alt=\"From theory to practice \n\nThe good news is that sponge cities are not just theoretical. Across Qu\u00e9bec, a number of initiatives are already underway: rain gardens, resilient parks, curbside green infrastructure, and permeable parking surfaces have been implemented in recent years. In addition, Professor Duchesne works closely with public organizations, notably as the holder of the Municipal Chair in Sustainable Water Management supported by the F\u00e9d\u00e9ration qu\u00e9b\u00e9coise des municipalit\u00e9s. She points out that sponge infrastructure can be introduced gradually, for example during routine infrastructure work. \n\nFinally, in November 2025, the City of Laval inaugurated Canada\u2019s first residential street made with permeable asphalt\u2014a pilot project that could inspire municipalities across the country. \" src=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_05-1024x554.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_05-1024x554.png 1024w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_05-300x162.png 300w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_05-768x416.png 768w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_05-1536x831.png 1536w, https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/infographie_QSDM-juin2026_EN_05.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#6c7d65\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"content-page-list-ctn\">\n    <h4 class=\"title\">Learn more<\/h4>\n    <div class=\"featured-cta-ctn -trio\">\n                    <div class=\"item jsBlockLink\">\n                <div class=\"image\">\n                                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Sophie-Duchesne-professeure-en-Hydrologie-et-infrastructures-urbaines-INRS-H-Web-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"Sophie Duchesne\">\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"info\">\n                    <a class=\"link\" href=\"\/en\/research\/professors\/sophie-duchesne\/\">Sophie Duchesne<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"item jsBlockLink\">\n                <div class=\"image\">\n                                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Chaire-de-recherche-municipale-en-gestion-durable-de-leau-inrs-fqm_485335817-600x400.jpeg\" alt=\"Municipal Research Chair in Sustainable Water Management supported by the F\u00e9d\u00e9ration qu\u00e9b\u00e9coise des municipalit\u00e9s\">\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"info\">\n                    <a class=\"link\" href=\"\/en\/research\/research-chairs-groups-and-networks\/find-research-chair-group-or-network\/municipal-chair-in-sustainable-water-management-supported-by-the-federation-quebecoise-des-municipalites\/\">Municipal Research Chair in Sustainable Water Management supported by the F\u00e9d\u00e9ration qu\u00e9b\u00e9coise des municipalit\u00e9s<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"item jsBlockLink\">\n                <div class=\"image\">\n                                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/inrs.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/Recherche-laboratoire-Gestion-Hydraulique-Reseaux-2-inrs-600x400.jpg\" alt=\"Hydraulic Management of Water Distribution Systems Laboratory\">\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"info\">\n                    <a class=\"link\" href=\"\/en\/research\/research-facilities\/find-a-research-facilitie\/hydraulic-management-of-water-distribution-systems-laboratory\/\">Hydraulic Management of Water Distribution Systems Laboratory<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"featured_media":213589,"parent":175375,"template":"","class_list":["post-213574","topic_post","type-topic_post","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.1 (Yoast SEO v28.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Our monthly science question: How are sponge cities transforming water management? | INRS<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"How are sponge cities transforming water management? 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