Smart Regions
Serbia and Hungary monitor Tisza river to predict droughts and floods
In partnership with the European Commission
Serbia and Hungary study the pulse of the Tisza River. The ADAPtisa project brings together researchers, universities and water management organisations from both countries. They share data to create a platform for integrated river basin management in the border region.
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The Road To Green
Growing smarter: How farmers can help fix Europe’s broken water cycle
In partnership with The European Commission
Every year, 30% of the EU faces water shortages, while fewer than 40% of watercourses are in good or very good ecological condition. Agriculture is both a victim of and a contributor to the EU’s broken water cycle — which the Union has pledged to repair.
The Road To Green
Water-efficient farming: 5 tips to save a drop (and how the EU can help)
In partnership with The European Commission
In southern EU countries such as Greece, Spain and Italy, most freshwater goes to agriculture — and droughts are becoming increasingly common. Here are five concrete ways to make irrigation smarter, and how Europe is supporting this transition.
Europeans' Stories
Drought and doubts: can Europe help its thirsty Member States?
Certain regions in Greece face their fourth consecutive drought year. Lack of water is affecting consumers and several economy sectors, especially the agriculture. Are national authorities and the European Union doing enough to help? We travelled to the north of the country to try to find out.
