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We Pass 2 Project Concludes: Restoring Migration Routes for the Danube’s Iconic Fish
The We Pass 2 project, an ambitious initiative to restore fish migration routes at the Iron Gate Dams on the Danube River, has reached a successful conclusion. Building on the achievements of the original We Pass project, We Pass 2 focused on creating preliminary designs and cost estimates for solutions to enable fish passage at Iron Gate 1 and 2, which sit on the border between Romania and Serbia.
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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... -
New Report Highlights the Urgent Need for Improved Water Resilience Across Europe
The European Environment Agency (EEA) has released its latest report, “Europe’s State of Water 2024: The Need for Improved Water Resilience,” shedding light on the growing challenges to Europe’s water security. The report, which draws on data from the 3rd River Basin Management Plans (RBMPs), highlights significant pressures on surface and groundwater bodies across Europe, emphasizing the need for immediate action to strengthen water resilience.
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The Sava Commission, Danube Commission, and ICPDR Convene for the Launch of the Joint Statement 2.0 Process
The Sava Commission, Danube Commission, and ICPDR have come together to launch the Joint Statement 2.0 process, marking a significant step forward in harmonizing navigation and environmental protection in the Danube River Basin. With the first Stakeholder Workshop underway, this updated framework aims to address new challenges, including climate change impacts, sustainable transport, and innovative river management solutions. Discover how this initiative is set to shape the future of the region's waterways.
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Statement by the ICPDR on the Situation Around Ukrainian Ports on the Lower Danube
VIENNA, 29 August (ICPDR) – The International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR) is committed to maintaining and preserving the cleanliness, health, and safety of the Danube River Basin.
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Severe Droughts in the Danube River Basin
As the climate crisis worsens, severe droughts devastate European landscapes. According to the data published by the European Drought Observatory, more than 60% of land in the European Union and United Kingdom – an area nearly the same size as India (!) – is now affected by drought conditions. The Danube River Basin and the Danube itself have been affected by serious droughts in the past, e.g., in 2003, 2015, and now again one of the most feared natural phenomenon has gripped much of the Danube River Basin.
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Danube Watch 2/2021 - WePass: Explained
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Danube Declaration 2022 (551.84 KB)
Adopted at the ICPDR Ministerial Meeting on 8 February 2022. A Vision for Integrated Water Management in Our Shared Basin: Building a Sustainable Future in the Danube River Basin -
We Pass: Explained (low resolution) (9.37 MB)
A brochure explaining the findings and activities (2018 – 2021) under We Pass: Facilitating Fish Migration and Conservation at the Iron Gates. (Lower Resolution version) -
We Pass: Explained (15.01 MB)
A brochure explaining the findings and activities (2018 – 2021) under We Pass: Facilitating Fish Migration and Conservation at the Iron Gates.
