Challenge: Climate change is increasing soil erosion and sediment imbalance, and posing risks to water quality, to river ecosystems, and for navigation and flood management. Without action, these challenges will impact biodiversity, infrastructure, and economies across North-West Europe. The ClimASed project will develop climate-adaptive sediment management strategies for the Scheldt (FR; BE), Shannon (IE), and Rhine (DE) river catchments. Using monitoring, modelling, and adaptation planning, the project aims to create sustainable solutions for managing sediment, sediment transport and water quality under changing climate conditions. A key approach is the use of Adaptation Pathways, which help river authorities anticipate future ‘tipping points’ and implement long-term strategies.

ClimASed features nine pilot sites in river and estuary systems across Ireland (Shannon), Belgium (Scheldt), France (Scheldt), and Germany (Rhine), supporting the development of a transnational sediment strategy and action plans for different sections of rivers from upstream to downstream estuaries. ClimASed will also apply advanced monitoring and modelling tools to assess climate impacts.

Munster Technological University (MTU) is the lead partner, driving technical development, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring project results translate into real-world river management solutions.

12 Project Partners across 4 Countries, 13 Associated Organisations across 6 Countries. The Lead Partner is Munster Technological University (Ireland).