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Drought management in agriculture
Is drought an issue for agriculture in Finland?
7 days ago


Rehydrating landscapes – The New Paradigm
Rethinking water in landscapes to mitigate droughts, floods and climate change.
Mar 31


NBS series: Keyline design
Keyline design is a technique to work with the natural topography of the land to maximize water retention and distribution.
Jan 15


NBS series: Managed aquifer recharge
Managed aquifer recharge (MAR) refers to the intentional recharge of water to aquifers for subsequent use or environmental benefit. MAR...
Sep 4, 2024


NBS series: Rainwater harvesting
Rainwater harvesting is a technique used to collect, store, and utilise rainwater that falls on rooftops, surfaces, or catchment areas...
Aug 28, 2024


NBS series: Ponds
Ponds are a small, shallow bodies of water, either formed naturally or created by humans. They are distinct from larger water bodies like...
Aug 21, 2024


NBS series: Two-stage channels
Two-stage channels (TSC) consist of constructed floodplains on one or both sides of the existing main channel. Their design mimics the...
Aug 14, 2024


NBS series: Swales
Swales are shallow, often gently sloping, channels or depressions designed to manage and direct the flow of water. They are typically...
Aug 7, 2024


NBS series: buffer strips
Buffer strips, also known as a riparian buffers, are areas of vegetation located along the banks of a water body, such as a river,...
Jul 3, 2024


NBS series: Short-rotation coppices – Willow systems
Short Rotation Coppice (SRC) is a sustainable agroforestry system in which fast-growing trees and shrubs are cultivated in a repeated...
Jun 26, 2024


NBS series: constructed wetlands
Constructed wetlands are engineered systems designed to mimic the natural functions of wetlands for treating wastewater, stormwater, or...
Jun 19, 2024


Nature-based solutions (NBS)
What are nature-based solutions and how do they connect to water?
May 8, 2024
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