Articles and blogposts on water How can water supplies be secured in a crisis? What techniques work for recycling resources from wastewater? RISE shares research results and practical experience from its work with the water and wastewater sector. Article Nacka Water and Waste strengthens its strategy with foresight At a time when external factors are changing rapidly and investments must be planned for the longer term, Nacka Water and Waste chose to take a step beyond the traditional three-year plan and set its sights on what the organization needs to look like in 2040. Together with RISE, they have carried o… Article The Revaq-certified Sjöstadsverket is responsible for the sludge These include heavy metals from car washes, pharmaceutical residues from our bodies, and chemicals of varying degrees of toxicity from industrial processes. Society as a whole generates emissions that cause pollution. 'We don't want these substances to enter the treatment plants, and we definitely… Article How asset management becomes a driver of societal resilience Water pipes, energy grids, and digital infrastructure are not just technical systems; they are the foundation of a functioning society. Asset management is about planning, maintaining, and investing in socially important resources in a way that provides the greatest possible benefit over time. Thro… Article Can a game help the water sector improve maintenance planning? Sweden’s water and wastewater systems are facing major challenges. With a maintenance backlog of SEK 10 billion and an investment need of SEK 560 billion by 2040, new tools are required to anticipate risks and make decisions that ensure resources are used where they have the greatest impact. Could … Blog post Everyday life flows on – but for how much longer? How long can everyday life keep flowing — with morning coffee and water from the tap — before something changes? The Drop it project explores how we can save water without sacrificing too much of our daily comfort, by combining smart technology with changes in behaviour. In a changing climate, we n… Article New threats in the water sector require new strategies Water is essential for human life, social development and economic growth. Despite this, access to clean water is often taken for granted - especially in countries like Sweden, where water supplies have long been stable, secure and affordable. But in an era of climate change, geopolitical turmoil, … Article Time is running out – the future of water requires action On April 29, RISE organized a full-day conference on the theme 'Water – from Vital Resource to Climate Challenge.' The conference brought together stakeholders from across society to jointly discuss how we can address both current and future water challenges. Blog post It's not a water shortage - it's a lack of smart water management Water is both our most basic resource and one of the most vulnerable. Climate change, increasing resource demands and a growing global population are forcing us to rethink. It is no longer enough to simply reduce our water consumption - we need to start seeing water as a circular resource, somethin… Article Sweden's biggest effort for the future of water Unlimited access to water has long been taken for granted in Sweden. But is the water supply really infinite? Do we have a plan for future climate change? And how prepared are we for future crises, such as water shortages during extreme droughts or major floods? Water Wise Societies has been tasked… Article They want to upgrade Sweden's waterworks – type approval makes it possible Most of us take clean drinking water for granted, but the fact is that Sweden's water treatment and distribution infrastructure is neglected. With its type approval, SST Slitskyddsteknik can help to future-proof this important social function. Blog post Water crisis on the horizon? Clean water has been taken for granted in Sweden, but climate change requires new thinking. With Unity4Water, RISE and industry are developing solutions for reusing process water - a step towards a water-wise future. Article How industry can secure its water supply It may be time for Swedish industry to become more aware of its water consumption. The risk of water scarcity is only part of the problem. "The EU's Green Deal imposes stricter requirements, and old permits may be re-evaluated. Many would benefit from a better overview before we get there," sa… Article Climate-adapted urban runoff management in Uppsala Climate change places new demands on municipal urban runoff management. Uppsala’s newly established Rosendal district has been home to the testing of innovative full-scale blue/green/grey solutions – solutions that can handle torrential rain, purify water and improve the urban vegetation environmen… Article New drinking water directive for increased resilience and sustainability For a resilient water supply, both the supply and quality of the water need to be ensured. It demands materials that last over time and do not cause contamination. The latest update to the EU Drinking Water Directive brings new requirements affecting everyone involved in water supplies, from munici…