Sustainability Nexus AID: landslides and land subsidence
M. Motagh
Helmholtz Centre Potsdam, GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences, Potsdam, Germanys
S. Garg
Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
F. Cigna
Institute of Atmospheric Sciences and Climate, CNR, Rome, Italy
P. Teatini
Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering,
University of Padova, Padova, Italy
A. Bhardwaj
Department of Civil Engineering, Indian Institute
of Technology Roorkee, Roorkee, India
M. A. Matin, K. Madani
United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment
and Health, Richmond Hill, ON, Canada
A. Zarei
United Nations University Institute for Integrated
Management of Material Fluxes and of Resources, Dresden, Germany
ABSTRACT
Landslides and land subsidence pose significant threats that are both existing and growing in nature. These complex
phenomena should not be considered in isolation but rather as interconnected challenges. To effectively understand
and mitigate them, a data-driven nexus approach is necessary. Recognizing the importance of addressing this issue
comprehensively, the United Nations University has launched the Sustainability Nexus Analytics, Informatics and Data
Programme, a comprehensive initiative that intends to enable the nexus approach to problem solving in coupled human-environment
systems. This paper provides a detailed background on the Programme's "Landslides and Land Subsidence
Module", underscoring the crucial need for a nexus approach. Additionally, it highlights some of the tools and strategies that
can be employed to tackle the challenges at hand. The success of this initiative hinges on active participation from various
stakeholders. By embracing a holistic approach and fostering collaboration, we can strive towards better preparedness and
long-term resilience against landslides and land subsidence.
