FLOWSAFE and the European Policy Landscape

FLOWSAFE supports Europe's environmental priorities by developing sustainable, scalable solutions for the remediation of flood-affected ecosystems contaminated by complex pollutants.
 

EU Policy Alignment

FLOWSAFE contributes to the implementation of key EU frameworks, including:

• Nature Restoration Regulation — restoring degraded freshwater ecosystems, wetlands and floodplains.

• Zero Pollution Action Plan — reducing microplastics, PFAS, pesticides and other persistent pollutants.

• Water Framework Directive — improving the ecological status of surface waters.

• Floods Directive — addressing pollution mobilised by flood events.

• Biodiversity Strategy for 2030 — supporting ecosystem and biodiversity recovery.

• EU Climate and Adaptation Policies — strengthening ecosystem resilience to climate-related flood risks.

• EU Bioeconomy Strategy and Biotech Act — promoting sustainable, bio-based remediation solutions.
   

Policy Impact

FLOWSAFE will translate scientific results into practical policy through:

4 Policy Briefs · 4 Policy Roadmaps · 3 Regional Policy Workshops · 1 EU Policy Briefing Event · FLOWSAFE Stakeholder Network

The first policy briefs are expected in 2027.
 

Sustainable Development Goals

FLOWSAFE contributes to SDGs 6, 12, 13, 14 and 15, addressing water pollution, responsible production, climate adaptation, biodiversity and ecosystem restoration.
 

Join the Policy Dialogue

FLOWSAFE brings together public authorities, scientists, ecosystem operators, communities and civil society to co-create practical policy recommendations for healthier and more resilient ecosystems.