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Restoring rivers helps bring back the natural processes that keep ecosystems healthy. When rivers can flow and function as they should, they support biodiversity, improve water quality, and reduce flood risks for nearby communities.
River restoration also creates a wider range of habitats. These spaces support wildlife while offering social and environmental benefits for people who live and work nearby.
As climate change increases the frequency of floods and droughts, restored rivers play a key role in managing water. Natural river systems help communities adapt to a changing climate.
Join us at the conference to hear from our team.
29 April 2026
15:50, Room 2E: Identifying Multiple Benefit Catchment-Scale Solutions Digitally
Presenter: Kirstie Thistlethwaite
16:20: Assessing the Multiple Benefits of Natural Flood Management
Presenter: Francess Haine
30 April 2026
9:00-12:30, F: Strategic Catchment Planning and Partnerships Workshop—How River Restoration Can Unlock the Power of Integrated Catchment Planning for Multi-Benefit Water Management
Presenter: Mike Morris
View the full 2026 programme →
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