Permeable green and paved areas
Effective surface drainage is essential to prevent water accumulation and runoff on green and paved areas. Products like Geocell, Geoflor, Geograss, and Runfloor enable pedestrian and vehicle access without harming green spaces, protecting soil health and preserving permeability – even under heavy use.
Use Geoplast in public parks for urban flood control
4 September 2025
With growing urbanization and climate challenges, parks must do more than look green – they need to enhance stormwater resilience and reduce pressure on urban drainage systems.
In 38 EEA countries, green infrastructure – green and blue spaces like allotments, private gardens, parks, street trees, water bodies, and wetlands – covers on average 42% of city area, ranging from 96% in Cáceres (Spain) to 7% in Trnava (Slovakia).
Publicly accessible green areas average only 3% of total city area, though Geneva (Switzerland), The Hague (Netherlands), and Pamplona/Iruña (Spain) exceed 15%.
In 386 European cities, vegetation covers on average 18.6% of urban area, ranging from 1.9% in Reggio di Calabria (Italy) to 46% in Ferrol (Spain).
About 20% of EU cities face run-off and river flood risks from soil sealing and wetland loss.
As cities grow and weather becomes more unpredictable, green areas are becoming essential for flood control in urban environments. To keep parks functional, we have designed a range of products that absorb, retain, and reuse stormwater – strengthening urban defenses against flooding.
Stormwater tanks for retention and reuse
Aquabox, Drening Reflue, and New Elevetor Tank are designed to create modular or concrete tanks for water retention, infiltration, and reuse. Installed beneath lawns, paths, or parking areas, they manage stormwater up to 3 times more effectively than gravel, while maintaining full park usability.
Aquabox, Drening Reflue, and New Elevetor Tank are designed to create modular or concrete tanks for water retention, infiltration, and reuse. Installed beneath lawns, paths, or parking areas, they manage stormwater up to 3 times more effectively than gravel, while maintaining full park usability.
Healthy trees for natural water control
Urban trees naturally absorb rainfall and reduce runoff. Rootbox is designed to create a stable, aerated soil zone that promotes deep root growth and enhances permeability, strengthening the park’s natural flood control through vegetation.
Urban trees naturally absorb rainfall and reduce runoff. Rootbox is designed to create a stable, aerated soil zone that promotes deep root growth and enhances permeability, strengthening the park’s natural flood control through vegetation.
To enhance the resilience of your next park project, contact Luca Zausa at luca.zausa@geoplastglobal.com or connect with him on Linkedin.
