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    Assessing the Potential of Rainwater Harvesting through GIS and Remote Sensing Techniques in combating Urban Flooding in Lahore, Pakistan
    (UMT Lahore, 2023) : Abdul Rauf; Sidra Tul Muntaha
    Urban flooding is a major problem in cities around the world, including Lahore, Pakistan. The city is increasingly at risk of flooding due to heavy rainfall and poor management practices. This research explores rainwater harvesting (RWH) & bioswales as a possible sustainable solution to this problem, using geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing techniques for in-depth research. We use the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to examine various factors including land use/cover, slope, rainfall and drainage patterns to assess flood risk at different geographical scales, including union councils. The study identifies flood-prone areas, proposes RWH techniques, and evaluates the effectiveness of each strategy in reducing urban flooding. The results highlight the importance of integrating nature-based methodologies for sustainable urban development and contribute to flood management strategies and sustainable water solutions.