In this video, Andrew Knight engages in conversation with Martin Lucass from GeoSmart Information to explore the pressing issue of flood risk management in the UK residential sector. Together, they delve into various technological aspects crucial for understanding, assessing, and mitigating flood risks. In this video, the following topics are covered:

  • Impact of AI, data, and technology on flood risk management
  • Utilisation of flood risk data and GIS technology
  • Assessment of climate change impact on flood risk
  • Predictive modelling for future flood scenarios
  • Integration of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) in urban planning
  • Role of data integrity and consistency in decision-making
  • Use of historical data and predictive analytics for risk assessment
  • Application of flood data in property transactions and insurance policies
  • Challenges and opportunities in the evolving landscape of flood risk management.


More information regarding the Tech Partner Programme and our partner GeoSmart can be found at www.rics.org/techpartner.