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Identifying the erosion risk areas and efficient targeting of erosion control measures

What is the best method to reduce erosion and sediment control measures? CHALLENGE DESCRIPTION Soil erosion is a gradual process that occurs when the impact of water detaches and transports soil particles. Soil deterioration and water pollution due to erosion via runoff have become severe problems worldwide. Indeed, erosion is a serious problem both for […]

Reducing diffuse pollution

How do we get actors to work together for a reduction in diffuse pollution? CHALLENGE DESCRIPTION Diffuse loads come from many different sources and are therefore much more difficult to combat than point loads. Even today, different actors disagree on the main sources of diffuse pollution, although several studies show that agricultural pollution is the […]

Reduction of nutrients in Västervik

Local Action Plan Process CHALLENGE DESCRIPTION Västervik Municipality has a long coast and an extensive archipelago. It provides many opportunities for development, but also includes responsibility for the Baltic environment. Västervik archipelago, covered by about 5000 islands, offers a variety of outdoor activities and a rich fish selection. Most of the bays are deep with […]

Spatial planning in agricultural landscapes

Methods and processes of cooperative planning CHALLENGE DESCRIPTION Several studies have described how measures can be placed more optimally in the landscape to reduce the nutrient load to lakes and coastal waters. Ongoing climate change increases the risks of drought and floods and is also a driving force for more optimal implementation of measures from […]