The Commission has presented a plan to support EU countries in managing water more efficiently. By implementing current EU water laws and actions, we can ensure water security and prepare for water-related disasters, locally and globally. Everyone needs access to secure, clean and affordable water.
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The academy is a key action under the European Water Resilience Strategy.
The European Water Resilience Strategy aims to restore and protect the water cycle while securing clean and affordable water for all.
Researchers have tested the biodegradation rates of 97 chemical compounds in 18 sections of freshwater rivers in five European countries and found that all but two compounds show significant variability across sites.
Issue 617: Water management models normally include land use data, but not the shape and distribution of land use patches. This study tests models against historical data to evaluate the importance of such metrics in obtaining accurate predictions.
Issue 617: A study of bacteria on microplastics in nine European rivers shows salinity to serve as a barrier stopping serious pathogens travelling large distances on plastic debris.
The ReSET project has successfully utilised Environmental Intelligence to develop innovative tools, such as WaterWorld and FreeStation, which provide valuable insights and support for policymakers and stakeholders to implement sustainable and nature-based solutions across Europe.
An EU Policy Lab exploration of transformative actions for adaptive water governance
Talks in Brussels with the UN Environment Programme centred on advancing a competitive circular economy and enhancing water resilience.
Watch for more info on what it will take to build a water resilient EU.
