Articles and blogposts on water

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…

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 …

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…

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, …

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.

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…

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…

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.

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.

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…

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…

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…