REWATER

Global warming causes increasing risks for health, livelihoods, food security, water supply, and economic growth. The risks depend on geographic locations and relevant actions taken for the mitigation and adaptation measures for climate change. Recent studies suggest that the Nordic region is both winner and loser in climate change impacts on agricultural productivity. The increasing temperature and CO₂ emissions stimulate photosynthesis and lead to longer growing seasons in the high latitudes. On the other hand, hydrological extremes, i.e., droughts and floods, are becoming more frequently occurring, which challenge the development of agriculture and crop production.

The REWATER project gathers field evidence on agricultural water management, assesses the impact of climatological extremes on crop production in the north, and customizes simulation models to study smart agricultural water management under changing conditions. REWATER rests on diverse field campaigns in pilot sites in Finland and Sweden to investigate how ICT can facilitate smart drainage and irrigation.

In order to ensure stakeholder participation the REWATER project aims to foster collaboration between farmers, policymakers, researchers, and water authorities. As well, as promote knowledge sharing and co-creation of sustainable water management strategies. Policy development will be supported through inclusive dialogue and participatory planning.

Read more about the project at REWATER.