GLOWA-Danube Atlas is a comprehensive climate impact assessment tool for the Danube River basin, focusing on water resources under climate change scenarios.
This interactive atlas presents research findings from the GLOWA-Danube project, analyzing the effects of climate change on water availability, hydrology, and water management across the Upper Danube catchment.
Key Features
- Regional climate projections for the Upper Danube river basin
- Hydrological modeling showing water availability under different climate scenarios
- Water resource assessments including groundwater, surface water, and snow dynamics
- Seasonal analysis of precipitation, temperature, and runoff patterns
- Impact visualization through interactive maps and data layers
- Scenario comparison between current and future climate conditions
Research Focus Areas
- Climate change impacts on precipitation patterns and temperature regimes
- Water cycle dynamics including evapotranspiration and soil moisture
- Seasonal water availability and drought risk assessment
- Snow cover and glacier impacts on water resources
- Agricultural water demands under changing climate conditions
- Ecosystem impacts on forests, wetlands, and biodiversity
Applications
- Water resource planning for river basin management authorities
- Climate adaptation strategies for regional and local governments
- Agricultural planning for irrigation and crop management
- Ecosystem management for conservation and restoration projects
- Research and education on climate-hydrology interactions
- Policy development for sustainable water management
Use Cases
- Water managers assess future water availability for allocation planning
- Agricultural advisors help farmers adapt to changing precipitation patterns
- Environmental agencies plan ecosystem conservation under climate change
- Researchers study climate-water interactions in Central European river systems
- Policymakers develop regional climate adaptation strategies
- Environmental impact evaluation for projects
- Research and analysis for academic and scientific purposes
- Policy development and regulatory compliance
- Educational and training applications
GLOWA-Danube Atlas provides essential capabilities for understanding and addressing climate and nature-related challenges in today's changing world.
