Project type
Innovation Action
Project type
Innovation Action
Number of partners
Number of partners
Budget (Million €)
WATERGRID transforms excess rainwater into a strategic resource for drought mitigation
by integrating Nature-based Solutions with smart digital monitoring.
We will implement Nature-Based Smart Water Grids to slow, move, and store water that can then be used in times of drought.
To show how Smart Water Grids can contribute to drought resilience across different climates and distinct challenges, we will collect scientific as well as economic evidence from eight different sites across Europe.
The impact
Scientific Leadership & Replicability
We will develop and showcase the efficacy and replicability of the Smart Water Grid (SWG) concept by collecting data on the benefits for drought resilience and biodiversity across four biogeographical zones. We move beyond theory to prove exactly how much water can be saved and how much biodiversity can be restored.
Economic Resilience & Business Cases
WATERGRID is bridging the gap between ecology and economy by developing business cases for Smart Water Grids. We will collect evidence for their long-term financial benefit.
Socio-Ecological Transformation
Our impact reaches far beyond the water pipe. By revitalizing wetlands and natural landscapes, we create “co-benefits” for local communities, such as enhancing biodiversity, creating new spaces for recreation, and improving the overall quality of life and mental well-being for citizens living in drought-stressed regions.
