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Science-policy interfacing in support of the Water Framework Directive implementation.

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Bridging the science-policy gap in water management is crucial. The SPI-Water project developed a science-policy interface to improve research dissemination and uptake for the Water Framework Directive (WFD).

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Water Resource Management
  • Science Policy Interface

Background:

  • Water-related research and development (RTD) projects often lack effective communication channels with policymakers and implementers.
  • Research scientists may not fully understand the needs of policymakers and water managers, hindering RTD result utilization.
  • Existing science-policy links for Water Framework Directive (WFD) implementation require investigation and enhancement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To bridge the communication gap between water-related research and policy implementation.
  • To enhance the use of RTD results in the practical implementation of the Water Framework Directive (WFD).
  • To develop and implement a functional science-policy interface for water management.

Main Methods:

  • Investigating existing science-policy links related to WFD implementation.
  • Identifying and analyzing relevant RTD and LIFE projects for WFD implementation.
  • Developing and enhancing an information system (Harmoni-CA's WISE RTD Web Portal) for efficient dissemination and retrieval of RTD results.
  • Extending science-policy interfacing to non-EU countries, considering their specific needs.

Main Results:

  • Established concrete actions to bridge communication gaps between science and policy in water management.
  • Enhanced the Harmoni-CA's WISE RTD Web Portal as a user-friendly tool for RTD result accessibility.
  • Initiated the extension of science-policy interfacing for WFD topics to non-EU contexts.

Conclusions:

  • The SPI-Water project successfully developed a science-policy interface to improve RTD uptake in WFD implementation.
  • Effective communication and accessible information systems are vital for translating research into policy action.
  • The project's approach offers a model for enhancing science-policy collaboration in water resource management globally.