Urbani izziv Volume 35, No. 1, June 2024
: 109-121
(Articles)
UDK: 624: 551.588.7
doi: 10.5379/urbani-izziv-en-2024-35-01-02
Author
Tamara Bračko
University of Maribor, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Architecture, Maribor, Slovenia
tamara.bracko@um.si
Primož Jelušič
University of Maribor, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Architecture, Maribor, Slovenia
primoz.jelusic@um.si
Bojan Žlender
University of Maribor, Faculty of Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, and Architecture, Maribor, Slovenia
bojan.zlender@um.si
Title
A concept for adapting geotechnical structures considering the influences of climate change
Abstract
This article addresses potentially unstable slope areas in
the context of climate change. A possible approach to
mitigating and adapting slopes is presented, considering
various solutions primarily based on natural processes.
The methodology incorporates planning considerations
for the effects of climate change on the geomechanical
properties of soils and consequently the response of soils
and structures. The effects of selected measures to adapt
to climate change are also demonstrated. A concept for
adapting potentially unstable geotechnical structures is
proposed, considering anticipated climate changes for geomechanical analyses and geotechnical planning, which
encompasses the causal chain: climate change signals, effects, impacts (consequences), and measures. The implementation of the concept is illustrated through a typical
slope stability analysis. The conclusion of the analysis
highlights factors such as water net infiltration into the
slope, soil permeability, and groundwater flow within the
slope, which are often crucial for slope stability. These factors can also be regulated through nature-based solutions.
Key Words
climate change adaptation, nature-based solutions, slope stability, rainfall infiltration, water net infiltration