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Integrated water resources management in the Ruhr River Basin, Germany.

H Bode1, P Evers, D R Albrecht

  • 1Ruhrverband, Kronprinzenstr. 37, D-45128 Essen, Germany. bode@ruhrverband.de

Water Science and Technology : a Journal of the International Association on Water Pollution Research
|June 10, 2003
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The Ruhrverband manages the Ruhr River, ensuring water for millions and industry. Their long-term, integrated water management system prioritizes both human needs and environmental health.

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Area of Science:

  • Water Resource Management
  • Environmental Engineering
  • River Basin Management

Background:

  • The Ruhr River, a small Rhine tributary, supplies water to over 5 million people and regional industries.
  • A complex, long-term water management system has been in place since 1913.
  • The river serves dual roles as a water source and a recipient of treated wastewater.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the historical development and ongoing management of the Ruhr River Basin's water system.
  • To highlight the Ruhrverband's commitment to balancing human water needs with environmental protection.
  • To align water management practices with the European Water Framework Directive's goals.

Main Methods:

  • Decades of step-by-step development of water management infrastructure.

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  • Implementation of a functional water supply and wastewater disposal network.
  • Multi-dimensional planning and performance in river basin management.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful, long-term provision of water for a densely populated region.
    • Above-standard efforts by Ruhrverband have led to cleaner water, benefiting nature and wildlife.
    • Established a foundational water philosophy focused on "For the people and for the environment".

    Conclusions:

    • The Ruhrverband's integrated water management approach has been successful for over 80 years.
    • Future management will incorporate the European Water Framework Directive's goal of good ecological status for surface waters.
    • Continued focus on balancing human and environmental needs is crucial for sustainable river basin management.