Education
If you are interested in delving deeper into water-related issues, welcome to explore our information on courses at undergraduate, advanced, and research levels we are involved in. Also, we offer a certification course for water sampling.
Research
Our research concerns everyone in Sweden, as water is a vital resource that affects everything from our health and food production to biodiversity and climate adaptation.
Environmental analysis
Environmental analysis of freshwater provides long-term data series from our lakes and watercourses. This is crucial for making well-informed decisions on the management, protection, and sustainable use of our water resources.
Environmental data
Discover environmental monitoring data – track changes in Sweden’s soil, water and ecosystems over time.
News & Events
News
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When water redraws the map – challenges and opportunities for future outdoor urban spaces
Water shapes our landscapes in profound ways, especially as climate change intensifies risks and drives innovative solutions. In the latest webinar of the Mötesplats: Urban landskap series, researchers and practitioners discussed how water management is transforming urban environments. -
Seascapes in focus: coastal challenges and design solutions
Seascapes – biodiverse coastal zones under growing pressure – are gaining attention at SLU. Through design, research, and collaboration, landscape architects are exploring new ways to protect and regenerate these vital, yet often overlooked, marine environments. -
Designing resilient cities: Daniel Valentini on why urban waterscapes matter more than ever
Cities around the world are under increasing pressure from water-related climate risks. Daniel Valentini, researcher at SLU, and hub coordinator at SLU Urban Futures, shares his insights on how the concept of urban waterscapes can help shape resilient cities of the future. -
From individual wetlands to multifunctional wetland landscapes
Researchers from SLU are exploring how wetlands can serve multiple functions – from supporting biodiversity and storing carbon to purifying water and creating attractive environments. With knowledge from various projects, municipalities are better equipped to design the wetlands of the future.
Discover scientific findings – explore our publications!
Curious about new knowledge? Dive into our scientific publications and uncover the insights behind the research!