
Joint Policy Event - Navigating Europe’s Water Challenges: Building Resilience through Science and Policy - Scientific insights supporting a Water-Resilient Europe
About the Event
Europe’s freshwater systems are under increasing pressure. From more frequent droughts and floods to rising water scarcity, pollution, and biodiversity loss, the challenges are complex and interconnected.
This high-level policy event brings together science, policy, and practice to explore how Europe can strengthen water resilience through evidence-based approaches.
Organised by the Horizon Europe projects SOS-Water and STARS4Water, the event will showcase innovative tools, data, and strategies that support sustainable water management across river basins in Europe and beyond.
Why Attend?
By registering, you will:
- Gain insights into cutting-edge scientific results on water resilience
- Explore how research can inform EU policies such as the Water Framework Directive, Adaptation Strategy, and Biodiversity Strategy
- Engage directly with policymakers, researchers, and water stakeholders
- Contribute to shaping policy recommendations for sustainable water management
- Be part of a dialogue bridging science and decision-making
What Will Be Covered?
- Innovations in water system modelling and Earth Observation
- New data-driven services and tools for water management
- Case study insights from major river basins (e.g. Danube, Rhine, Mekong, Seine, Jucar & Duero, Drammen...)
- Strategies to address climate impacts on water availability
- Policy discussions on strengthening water resilience in Europe
Who Should Join?
- EU and national policymakers
- Water authorities and river basin organisations
- Researchers and innovation experts
- NGOs and environmental organisations
- Stakeholders involved in water, climate, and sustainability
Event Format
- Hybrid event: Join in Brussels or online
- Limited on-site participation (registration required)
- Interactive discussions and networking opportunities
Secure Your Spot
Participation is free, but registration is mandatory.
👉 Register here & stay tuned for the full agenda and speaker announcements.
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By registering for this event, you agree that the organisers of the event — the Horizon Europe projects SOS-Water and STARS4Water — may collect and process your personal data for the purposes of organising and managing the event, including registration, communication, participant management, and follow-up activities related to the event.
The personal data collected may include your name, organisation, professional role, email address, country, and participation preferences (online or on-site). Your data will be processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).
Your data will only be used for purposes directly related to this event and associated project dissemination and networking activities. The organisers will not share your personal data with third parties for commercial purposes.
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