Water management in crisis and disaster

Purpose and goal

During the war in Ukraine, water resources and water infrastructure have been direct targets in the conflict and access to water has been used as a strategic weapon with major consequences as a result. This project focuses on challenges for water management in crisis. The project initially addresses the area of fire water/extinguishing water where we can make cross-organisational interventions and at the same time an expanded network of actors is built for a more robust water management.

Expected effects and result

The project´s partners will jointly formulate clear visions of the future for how water management should function in future crises and disasters. The focus is on the area that is used as system acupuncture fire water and extinguishing water. The vision is analyzed based on the types of changes that must be carried out for more robust water management. In parallel, the relevant actors for the areas of change are identified and will be invited to the next project stage.

Planned approach and implementation

The project manager has the overall responsibility for driving the project forward and is responsible for the work packages being delivered according to plan. An extended circle of actors from key stakeholders and partners will be included in the work. The group will contribute with the strategic direction of the project as well as helping to expand the circle of actors to the next phase. Representatives from the outer circle will also be invited to the workshop activities of the project.