Nowadays, rational management of water resources is of fundamental importance to modern societies, where these resources are seen as scarce. HIDROMOD has accumulated relevant experience in this field, in resource evaluation (quantity and quality), management and planning.

Management plans

Our activity in this field has embraced hydrology, water quality in rivers and reservoirs and risk assessment. Experience has been acquired by participating in the management plans of the hydrographic basins of Alentejo, Algarve and Madeira (Portugal) and the São Francisco River (Brazil), allowing the development of innovative integrated approach methods to plan and manage water resources.

Flooding

Other projects have given us relevant experience in flood wave propagation studies, determination of flood-prone areas and the production of flood risk maps.

Agriculture

The AQUAFARM service, developed by HIDROMOD, currently focuses on crop and water monitoring at a parcel scale. Results at parcel level are aggregated and analyzed at local, regional, or national scales. This provides tools for water managers and governments to plan sustainable development. Agriculture is a major global water consumer, underscoring the critical importance of efficient water management.