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Research addressing the need for realistic planning scenarios that account for the risk of widespread flooding across England and Wales
This project explored ways of reducing uncertainty in flood estimation in small catchments and development-sized plots of land
We’re a collaborative research and development programme. We use academic led research to provide flood risk professionals with information to manage flood risk. FCERM R&D Programme is part of the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs , the Environment...
Find Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) research reports
This project provides an evaluation of the Property Flood Resilience repair grant scheme and makes recommendation for improvement.
This research assessed any developments in the evidence base for coastal Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) since 2017.
This research explored the affordability and availability of flood insurance for households, and small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), including agricultural businesses.
An overview of levee and soil based dam breaches to identify future research needs.
The Natural Flood Management Manual provides information to help practitioners select and implement natural flood management measures.
Providing consistency in risk assessment guidance associated with flood defence asset transitions.
Updates to river flooding projections using the latest climate change evidence
This project explored how authorities work with communities on future planning and decision-making to help reduce flood and coastal erosion risk.
We’ve looked at ways to measure changes in resilience to flooding and coastal change over time
This project has produced guidance on designing and examining spillways and the mechanisms that could lead to spillway failure.
Helping practitioners undertake meaningful early benefit and cost assessments in flood and coastal risk management investment programmes.
Working with academics and researchers is central to delivering the FCERM R&D programme. Find out how to apply for support for your research proposal.
The project provides practitioners, who need to undertake integrated risk assessments, with updated guidance and current best practice.
Producing a guide for the design, operation and management of culverts, trash screens and outfalls.
Developing a hydrology roadmap for the UK to highlight priority work in this topic area.
A report detailing a consistent approach to the design and management of both rock and timber groynes.
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