👉 Happening engineering, also known as "soft engineering," refers to a set of techniques and strategies that aim to manage and mitigate the impacts of natural hazards through sustainable, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective methods. Unlike traditional "hard engineering" approaches, which often involve constructing physical barriers like dams, seawalls, and levees, happening engineering focuses on working with natural processes. This can include practices such as reforestation to prevent soil erosion, wetland restoration to absorb floodwaters, and the creation of buffer zones to reduce the impact of storms. By enhancing natural resilience, happening engineering seeks to protect communities and ecosystems while minimizing environmental disruption and long-term maintenance costs.
