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The International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR) celebrates World Water Day 2025: “Save Our Glaciers”
VIENNA, March 22, 2025 (Vienna International Centre) – The retreat of glaciers in the Upper Danube River Basin is one of the most alarming consequences of climate change, says the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR) as it joins the global community in commemorating World Water Day 2025. This year's theme, "Save Our Glaciers," highlights the critical importance of glaciers and the urgent need to address their rapid decline due to climate change. As the climate continues to warm, glaciers worldwide, including those that feed into the Danube River, are melting at unprecedented rates.
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Slovenia succeeds Slovakia in ICPDR Presidency for 2025
VIENNA, 23 January (Permanent Mission of Slovakia to the OSCE and other International Organizations in Vienna) -
Slovenia is taking over the Presidency of the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR) for 2025. Lidija Globevnik, Director General of the Slovenian Water and Marine Directorate under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Spatial Planning of Slovenia will serve as its new President. The annual transition in leadership reflects the ICPDR’s ongoing dedication to successful transboundary water management. -
Annual Report 2023 (Accessible version) (4.68 MB)
The ICPDR 2023 Annual Report accessible version is now available. -
Making the Iron Gate Dams Passable - We Pass 2 (1.98 MB)
The We Pass 2 project is an initiative focused on restoring fish migration routes in the Danube River Basin, particularly at the Iron Gate Dams. By addressing the barriers caused by these hydropower... -
Interim Report on the Implementation of the Joint Program of Measures in the Danube River Basin 2024 (8.2 MB)
This brochure is a snapshot of the progress to implement measures improving the environmental situation of the waters in the Danube River Basin today and what’s still yet to come as the region’s many... -
Danube Art Master Competition 2024: International Winners Announced
VIENNA, 16 December 2024 (Press Release) – The International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR) proudly announced the winners of this year's Danube Art Master competition during its 27th Ordinary Meeting at the Vienna International Centre.
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The Plastic Crisis Macro and Micro (4.33 MB)
This informative pamphlet discusses the rising concern of microplastics and the challenges of ensuring safe and clean drinking water for the Danube region -
(Press Release) Celebrating 20 years of Danube Day
VIENNA, 29 June – The International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR) announces festivities for Danube Day 2024.
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Guidance Document on Managing Hazardous Substances Pollution (2.24 MB)
This policy guidance recommends sound policy instruments and effective measures to protect aquatic environment against HS emissions for decision makers in the water management policy field. It offers... -
Policy Guidance on Tackling Riverine Plastic Pollution in the Danube River Basin (4.72 MB)
This gap-filling document provided a comprehensive overview of the relevant sector-specific legislation, described the institutional structure of each country and the mechanisms related to pollution.
