Understanding hydrosphere alterations for smarter water management

HydroTwin is at the forefront of water research and smarter water management systems. We leverage the advancements in robotics and AI to assess the human and climate effects on water resources and connect water research with geospatial approaches to study human-nature interactions and biodiversity loss.

Our primary objective is to understand hydrosphere alteration and its impacts on the quality of life for both people and ecosystems. The goal will be achieved by developing observation technologies including 3D measurement technologies, autonomous observation platforms and robotics, high-frequency sensors and studying hydroinformatics of river systems with flow, nutrient/sediment transport models, and digital twins. HydroTwin also investigates sustainability transitions focusing on the interplay among hydrosphere, geo-/biodiversity and multispecies well-being. These solutions provide knowledge for management and decisions at both the local and national levels.