Riparian Wetlands Restoration to sustain downstream water resources around Świniobródka River, Poland

Located within the Świniobródka River catchment in northeastern Poland, this site demonstrates how riparian wetland restoration can revitalise forest ecosystems and secure downstream water resources. Actions carried out during the project include blocking drainage ditches and enhancing natural water retention to mitigate flow interruptions caused by increasing droughts.

By combining forestry and water management, this showcase as an example for cost-effective, scalable NBS for improving water storage and groundwater recharge. The outcomes will guide national wetland restoration policies and provide models for sustainable forest-water interactions across Eastern Europe.