1. IMPACT 13 May 20021 Investigation of extreme flood Processes and uncertainty IMPACT Technology Requirements & Research Implementation

2. IMPACT Investigation of extreme flood Processes and uncertainty 13 May 20022 Technology Requirements & Research: Issues, needs & conclusions from the US (Greg Hanson) Group discussions Group feedback / key points

3. IMPACT Investigation of extreme flood Processes and uncertainty 13 May 20023 Group Discussion Divide into 4 groups (check your colour) –2 groups in lecture theatre   –1 group in coffee area –1 group in Function Room (opposite) 2 Topics for discussion: –New methodologies –Risk Reduction

4. IMPACT Investigation of extreme flood Processes and uncertainty 13 May 20024 Group Discussion Topic 1 : New methodologies –What are the critical gaps in knowledge What does IMPACT address? –What is the best research approach to meet these gaps? What is possible?

5. IMPACT Investigation of extreme flood Processes and uncertainty 13 May 20025 Group Discussion Topic 2 : Risk Reduction –What are the key weaknesses of the current approach? –What areas are not addressed by IMPACT –How do you integrate knowledge into risk management practice? –What are the implications and requirements for industry?

6. IMPACT Investigation of extreme flood Processes and uncertainty 13 May 20026 Group Discussion Priorities  focus on New Methodologies (and Risk Reduction if time)  focus on Risk Reduction (and New Methodologies if time) Groups should: nominate reporter, use flip charts / overheads prepare 5 min summary report (for 15:30) Identify top 3 issues within conclusions   in lecture theatre in coffee area in Function Room (opposite)