Moving towns: 4 stories of communities facing relocation show the complex realities of managed retreat

Moving towns: 4 stories of communities facing relocation show the complex realities of managed retreat

With large parts of New Zealand having recently been pummeled by ex-tropical Cyclone Tam and ongoing bouts of heavy rain, it is important to remember that natural hazards have long shaped our cities.

The Psychology of Moving: Why Relocation Feels Overwhelming—and How to Manage It - GIS user technology news

Introduction Few life events stir up as many emotions as moving. It marks a major change—sometimes exciting, often stressful, and occasionally bittersweet. Whether you’re relocating across town or preparing for a cross-state transition, the act of uprooting your space and routines is more than a logistical challenge; it’s a psychological one. On the surface, moving […] The post The Psychology of Moving: Why Relocation Feels Overwhelming—and How …

The project to renovate the North bank of the Doi Canal (in District 8, Ho Chi Minh City) is underway, and thousands of households are about to relocate. Besides the joy of a better living environment, many people are worried about their livelihood after leaving the place they have been attached to for many years.

The complex realities of managed retreat

Moving towns: Four stories of communities facing relocation show the complex realities of managed retreat

With large parts of New Zealand having recently been hit by the former tropical cyclone and heavy rain episodes, it is important to remember that natural hazards have long shaped our cities. Two cantons in particular – Westport and Kumeū – have been featured in national flood stories since [...]