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Publication ECMAScript program RIPARIAS: Invasive alien aquatic and riparian plant species – identification guide
The European LIFE RIPARIAS project focuses on the management and control of different invasive alien aquatic and riparian plants and invasive alien crayfish species. To help field workers recognize these invasive species, the project developed guides with useful visual identification sheets.
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Publication ECMAScript program RIPARIAS: Invasive alien crayfish species – Identification and best management practices
The European LIFE RIPARIAS project focuses on the management and control of different invasive alien aquatic and riparian plants and invasive alien crayfish species. To help field workers recognize these invasive species, the project developed guides with useful visual identification sheets.
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Publication Troff document ScaldWIN leaflet
The general aim of the project is to contribute to a better quality of surface and groundwater bodies in the International Scheldt River Basin District.
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SCAPE makes coastal areas resistant to climate change
Coastal landscapes are highly sensitive to the water-related effects of climate change. It is important to investigate how water management can improve the resilience of landscapes. The SCAPE (Shaping Climate change Adaptive PlacEs’) project seeks solutions to this problem. VMM is co-responsible for an innovative redevelopment of the Zwin area.
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Speeding up to water resilience: insights from the European Water Conference
On March 12, the European Water Conference took place in Leuven, under the title "Speeding up to a water resilient Europe". Over 200 policy makers and water sector experts from across Europe participated in this event, organized by the Flemish Environment Agency (VMM) as part of the Belgian EU Presidency. The conference offered valuable perspectives and insights on water resilience in Europe.
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STAR2Cs
The changing climate conditions increase the chance of floods, with a bigger impact on our lives. Despite this knowledge, climate adaptation plans are often left lying on the drawing board. STAR2Cs aims to bridge the gap between climate measures and local initiatives. VMM is working within the scope of this project on a river contract for the Zwalm river and local protection measures.
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STORM_SAFE: Strengthening the digital resilience of the North Sea Region
The STORM_SAFE project plays a crucial role in strengthening the digital resilience of the North Sea Region. The project aims to improve the reliability of the software which manages critical infrastructure such as storm surge barriers. Specifically, it focuses upon delivering customised solutions which can be implemented by authorities.
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Sullied Sediments examines chemical particles in water bodiesa
The Flanders Environment Agency (VMM) is taking part in the European project entitled 'Sullied Sediments'. By developing new tools, we are looking for more effective ways of treating and preventing chemical contamination in the sediments of our waterways.
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System Balance 2017: Environmental challenges for the energy, mobility and food systems in Flanders
Societal systems are more and more reaching their limits: we face the important challenge of meeting both our present and future needs within the capacity of our planet. In the new MIRA publication "System Balance 2017", we examine to what extent the energy, mobility and food systems in Flanders are in environmental balance and what system changes are needed.
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Image PNG image Tap water in Flanders
Regulated tap water industry in figures
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