MERLIN Webinars

Next webinar #30: preponed to March 31, 2025 - 15h (CEST)

Aniela Stachnik

Translating Knowledge into Solutions: SpongeBoost for a Water-Resilient Future

Aniela Stachnik
Iberian Centre for River Restoration (CIREF)

Topic of this webinar: This presentation explores the concept of Sponge Territories, their crucial role in water retention and ecosystem resilience, and the challenges they face across Europe. We will examine the main causes of degradation, discuss EU initiatives for restoring sponge functions, and introduce our project, SpongeBoost, which translates knowledge into action. Through case studies from across Europe, including a focus on Spain, we will showcase practical solutions for enhancing water retention and mitigating climate change impacts.

The webinar is open and free for anyone to join.

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