The webinar will explore how digital solutions and earth observation technologies can support the development of the water-oriented living labs and enhance evidence-based decision-making in the water sector to ac=hive a Water-Smart Society and Economy. The sessions will focus on digital decision-support systems, digital twins, and the use of space-based data for water management. This online event also represents the opportunity to introduce ESA’s Business Applications and Space Solutions (BASS) initiative, highlighting innovation support and funding opportunities for space-enabled services”.

In this webinar, the Water Europe’s Expert Group ‘Water & Biodiversity’ will show how biodiversity monitoring in urban (storm)water management can be done in practice. They show standards and real life examples of proven biodiversity increase through NBS solutions in urban environments.

Nature-based Solutions (NbS) are increasingly recognized as essential components of resilient and sustainable urban and regional water systems. Yet, their successful implementation and long-term performance depend on robust monitoring frameworks, well-defined metrics, and effective maintenance strategies.

On 22-26nd of May 2026 the 10th International Conference on Flood Management will take place in London, Ontario, Canada. The ICFM conferences are an international platform to present new developments and exchange knowledge about flood management. It takes place every 3 years and was held in the EU in 2000 (Kassel, Germany) and 2005 (Nijmegen, Netherlands). The conferences are well attended by experts from universities, governments, research institutes and corporations. The theme for this conference is ‘Adapting to Global Change: Innovative Approaches to Flood Management and resilience’.