Engineering resilience
The poor outcomes for many modern multi-storey buildings in recent earthquakes mean it’s time to change the emphasis beyond life safety to reducing damage says structural engineer David Hopkins.
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The poor outcomes for many modern multi-storey buildings in recent earthquakes mean it’s time to change the emphasis beyond life safety to reducing damage says structural engineer David Hopkins.
New Zealand cities will be among the most resilient to natural hazards globally if an ambitious programme achieves its well defined goals.
Managed retreat is part of the design with nature approach that can reduce natural hazard risk and build community resilience and sustainability. It’s contentious but should be considered in some areas.
The Kaikoura earthquake was a wake-up call for Wellington. With a taste of what’s to come, what is our capital city doing to prepare?