Modelling expertise: Experts and expertise in the implementation of the Water Framework Directive in the Netherlands

The thesis deals with the use of computer software to inform policy planners in the context of debates about evidence based policy making and the role of experts and expertise in policy planning. Specifically it analyses the implementation of the European Water Framework Directive (WFD) in the Netherlands and the development of a decision...

Organizing cross-sectoral collaboration in river basin management: Case studies from the Rhine and the Zhujiang (Pearl River) basins

ABSTRACT: This paper analyses the drivers and constraints for effective cross-sectoral collaboration in river basin management and the extent to which factors identified in related literature determine success or failure of collaboration in selected case studies. Cases selected were from industrialized and densely populated catchments, where...

Decision support method to systematically evaluate first-level inspections of the functional status of check dams

First-level inspections could be provided by skilled volunteers or technicians to pre-screen the functional status of check dams. This paper discusses the design and testing of a support method in collaboration with the responsible technicians in evaluating inspection reports. Reports are based on linguistic rating scales that are systematically...

Conducting research in risk communication that is both beneficial for stakeholders and scientists

One exhibition, many goals. Combining scientific research and risk communication

Communicators' perspective on snow avalanche risk communication using smartphone applications

Testing the impact of visual communication on awareness of natural hazards, through an exhibition

Flood risk communication: Visualization tools and evaluations of effectiveness

Visual risk communication can be used to reduce damages due to floods. The first objective of this study is to review the current state of the field by inventorying examples of visual communication in terms of purpose, content, audience, phases of risk management and means. As maps appear to be predominantly used, the second objective is to...

Insufficient integration between sectors hinders reaching WFD objectives in The Netherlands

The Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC; WFD) requires an integrated approach to water management. In the Netherlands three ministries, all the provinces, waterboards and municipalities have been appointed ‘competent authority’ for the WFD. In theory, this would ensure an integrated, cross-sectoral approach. In practice, however, the water...

Innovative instruments and institutions in implementing the water framework directive: Lessons learnt for the second implementation cycle of the WFD. Case study cross comparison & the QuickScan Training Package