Rasing awareness of what is happening in each European region and how we can create new strategies to engage stakeholders in co-creating climate adaptation solutions. We will present regional testimonials from those impacted.
- water protection | water supply | drought | extreme weather | sustainable agriculture
- Thursday 13 June 2024, 11:00 - 12:30 (CEST)
- Online only
- Live streaming available
- Country
- Germany
Practical information
- When
- Thursday 13 June 2024, 11:00 - 12:30 (CEST)
- Where
- Online only
- Languages
- English
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Description
The EU-funded IMPETUS project, comprising 32 partner organizations across 9 European countries, aims to expedite Europe’s climate adaptation strategy to achieve the EU's goal of becoming the first climate-neutral continent by 2050. By collaborating with stakeholders at local, national, and regional levels, IMPETUS seeks to translate climate commitments into actionable measures to safeguard communities and the environment.
The project focuses on understanding region-specific challenges within seven biogeographical regions identified by the European Commission, namely Continental, Coastal, Mediterranean, Atlantic, Arctic, Boreal, and Mountains. With water scarcity as a key focus, IMPETUS works with local stakeholders to co-create innovative climate adaptation solutions tailored to each region.
In the Alpine region of Valle dei Laghi, Italy, rapid climate change exacerbates conflicts over water resources for irrigation, hydropower, and drinking water. IMPETUS employs participatory approaches to facilitate decision-making and ensure locally suitable solutions, thus promoting a swift transition to sustainable water management.
On the Catalan coast, chronic water scarcity, compounded by climate change and tourism, poses challenges to various sectors competing for limited resources. IMPETUS partners implement water treatment systems to enhance water availability and quality, bolstering the resilience of drinking water infrastructure.
In the Mediterranean's semi-arid regions like Attica, increasing human demand for water faces hurdles due to shifts in hydrological cycles. Innovative water reuse technologies are explored to bolster water resilience in both rural and urban settings.
In continental regions, urban water management grapples with decreasing water flows and rising usage, affecting drinking water production. Decision theatres offer a novel approach to engage stakeholders in addressing these challenges and facilitating informed decision-making.
Following presentations on these realities, a moderated Q&A session invites participants to delve into common challenges and opportunities in tackling water scarcity across Europe.