Projects
Cooperation agreement for the preparation of dynamic water balances with calculation of scenarios for a climate-robust East Flemish water policy Ghent University
In this project, surface water and groundwater models are calibrated for the various river basins in East Flanders to support the operational water management carried out by the Province of East Flanders. In addition to these models, a number of scenarios are being developed that should allow more insight into the behaviour of the water system under changing environmental conditions or water management measures. Furthermore, the water demand ...
Qualitative expert judgement of the effectiveness of Flemish water quality policy. University of Antwerp
Investigating water and climate-related conflicts and migration towards engagement and equity focused solutions for adaptation, human security and policy integration in Africa. Ghent University
The project aims to enhance our knowledge on water- and climate-related conflicts and migration in some of the most vulnerable countries in Africa: Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda and Senegal. Using a comparative context approach, it will propose engagement and equity-oriented
solutions to outline a policy and decision framework for regional integration of migration and human development in these regions.
Translation of climate information into multilevel decision support for social adaptation, policy development, and resilience to water scarcity in the Horn of Africa Drylands Ghent University
Development of a generic and validated allergen policy regarding cross-contamination of allergens via media water, steam and oil Ghent University
Allergens are very difficult to detect and occur (naturally) in foods. The project aims to develop a generic allergen policy for the food industry, regarding the problem of cross-contamination through media stream, rinsing water and frying oil, so that the precautionary principle of allergens in food can be given concrete form.
Building policy tools for water- and waste-based urban soil remediation Future Earth Spark Funding Initiative: Integrating science for sustainability Ghent University
Water Test Network - A North West Europe collaboration to create a network of water and wastewater test and demonstration facilities for SMEs to develop new water related innovative technologies. Ghent University
The Water Test Network (WTN) project will establish a transnational network of testing facilities which can be used by SMEs in North-West Europe (NWE) to test, demonstrate and develop new products for the water sector. In this way, new innovations will be developed and it will accelerate the time to market.
How does a drinking water intervention impact water quality and health? A field experiment to determine the role of contextual factors in household drinking water practices. Ghent University
Globally, more than half of the deaths due to diarrhoea are caused by a lack of water, sanitation and hygiene provision (WASH), particularly In Sub-Saharan Africa. Improving access to WASH is therefore an important goal of development cooperation. Many authors studied the health effects of these WASH interventions on waterborne diseases and diarrhoea incidence, indicating significant positive health outcomes. However, much less attention has ...