Message from WaterJPI Coordinator
Dear readers of the Water JPI newsletter,
This is the first newsletter of 2025. This year will be marked above all by the official conclusion of the Water JPI. Launched in 2011, the initiative has funded over 100 research projects, established several knowledge hubs, and initiated two Thematic Annual Programming (TAP) actions. In addition, the Water JPI has played a key role in strategic alignment among its members, leading to the publication and updates of its Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (SRIA). Beyond Europe, the Water JPI has also carried out numerous international actions, enhancing its global visibility and enabling international participation in joint calls.
Following the decision of the Governing Board in November 2023, the Water JPI will officially conclude in November 2025. To mark this milestone, a final conference will be held in Málaga (Spain) on the 23rd and 24th October. The event will showcase key success stories from the Water JPI whilst also offering a forward-looking perspective on how its results can be transferred to the Water4All Partnership.
One of the sessions at the final Water JPI conference will focus on the impact assessment of funded projects. Led by ISPRA (Italy) and supported by the Water4All Partnership, the impact assessment aims to provide a deeper understanding of the outputs of funded projects and their contribution to shaping European and national water policies as well as research programmes.
In this edition of the Water JPI newsletter, you will also find updates on the SD-WISHEES project. The SD-WISHEES TAP action was been officially launched at the end of February 2025, and the first draft of the project’s roadmap is now available. This document offers a comprehensive overview of existing knowledge gaps related to the management of cultural heritage in the face of hydroclimatic extreme events.
Additionally, this newsletter features a selection of key European and international conferences taking place this year.
As we prepare for the closure of the initiative, we remain committed to keeping you informed about ongoing activities. Notably, the Water JPI website is undergoing a restructuring to better highlight the results of funded projects. In the meantime, stay connected through our social media channels for the latest updates.
Happy reading!
Esther Díez Cebollero