From the Final Project Review Report (Summary)*
Science
„AquaTerra has been a very successful integrated project […]. The scientific achievements of the project are of excellent quality […]. The 45 partners have developed new analytical techniques to measure new pollutants. They have also produced a new model that can be used to predict the effect of climate change on pollutant flow and migration in river basins.”
“AquaTerra produced impressive 518 deliverables, 239 journal papers, 15 book chapters and many conference presentations and appearances in the media. […] The findings have been widely noticed within and outside the EU.”
“The scientific leadership […] of AquaTerra is exemplary […]. AquaTerra has made significant contribution to the scientific knowledge of integrated water resources management.”
Science and Policy
“AquaTerra had a very good team that focussed on linking science and policy.”
“Many of the insights are new and will influence the development of the Water Framework Directive, the Groundwater Directive and the upcoming Soil Directive.”
Management
“AquaTerra has been exceptionally well managed […].”
“The administrative and financial management of the project has been excellent.”
Stakeholders
“Stakeholders have been involved and have been able to follow and influence outcome for the duration of the project.”
Gender Issues
“The consortium has made a significant progress in raising awareness on the gender gap issue.”
*Review Report by the EC (13-8-2009)