{"id":4405967,"date":"2025-07-04T09:24:03","date_gmt":"2025-07-04T09:24:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/?p=4405967"},"modified":"2025-10-23T13:05:56","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T13:05:56","slug":"%f0%9f%8c%bf-nature-based-solutions-in-action-local-engagement-for-water-resilience-in-kulmbach-and-leuchau","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/nl\/2025\/07\/04\/%f0%9f%8c%bf-nature-based-solutions-in-action-local-engagement-for-water-resilience-in-kulmbach-and-leuchau\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf3f Nature-Based Solutions in Action: Local Engagement for Water Resilience in Kulmbach and Leuchau"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”3rem||0rem||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”2560px” module_alignment=”center” custom_padding=”|0px||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

On <\/span><\/span>18\u201319 June 2025<\/span><\/span>, <\/span>our <\/span><\/span>German Case Study<\/span><\/span> hosted two workshops in the <\/span><\/span>Upper Main region (Germany)<\/span><\/span> to promote, <\/span>validate<\/span>, and discuss the potential of <\/span><\/span>nature-based solutions (NBS)<\/span><\/span> for improving the local water cycle.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

About the initiative<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

The workshops were part of a research project led by <\/span>Sanchari Ghosh<\/span><\/b> (<\/strong>Technical University of Munich<\/strong><\/a>),<\/strong> focusing on identifying suitable locations for NBS implementation in the area around <\/span>Leuchau<\/span><\/b>. The project aims to estimate potential water savings and strengthen the connection between scientific research and community action.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In collaboration with former RETOUCH NEXUS partners <\/span>Martin Kov\u00e1\u010d (Water Holistic, Slovakia<\/a>)<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>Michal Krav\u010d\u00edk (People and Water, Slovakia<\/a>)<\/span><\/b>, the workshops brought together local government representatives, farmers, water managers, conservationists, and citizens.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The discussions pointed to <\/span>the need for a fundamentally new approach to restoring water resources in the region<\/span><\/b>, one that <\/span>restores both the dynamics and stability of the water cycle<\/span><\/b>. This approach promotes <\/span>better use of rainfall throughout the year<\/span><\/b> and focuses not only on visible <\/span>blue water<\/span><\/b> (rivers, lakes) but also on <\/span>green water<\/span><\/b>, such as soil moisture and evapotranspiration through plants. Sanchari\u2019s research contributes directly to the ambitions of the <\/span>EU Soil Strategy<\/span><\/b><\/a>, the <\/span>European Water Resilience Strategy<\/span><\/b><\/a>, and <\/span>circular bioeconomy goals<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/IMG_20250619_092659-2.jpg” title_text=”IMG_20250619_092659 (2)” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” module_alignment=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]

18 <\/span>June:<\/span> <\/span>Regional<\/span> workshop in Kulmbach<\/span><\/span><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]

The first day focused on engaging:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Regional and local government officials (including the 3rd Mayor of Kulmbach)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    • Farmer associations<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Forestry and nature conservation bodies<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        • Water management and water law authorities<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/German-CS-June-Workshop-5.png” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”German CS – June Workshop 5″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” width=”100%” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]

          \ud83d\udd39 <\/span>Joshua Holzer<\/span><\/b> (TUM) introduced the RETOUCH NEXUS project.<\/span>
          <\/span>\ud83d\udd39<\/span>Martin Kov\u00e1\u010d<\/span><\/b> and <\/span>Michal Krav\u010d\u00edk<\/span><\/b> presented the NBS concept and discussed potential applications for Kulmbach.<\/span>
          <\/span>\ud83d\udd39 <\/span>Sanchari Ghosh<\/span><\/b> shared insights from her research in Leuchau, sparking interest in expanding the analysis to the wider Kulmbach area.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

          Discussions explored practical NBS options, with a strong focus on <\/span>implementation challenges<\/span><\/b> –<\/span> notably, how to secure funding for concrete action.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/German-CS-June-Workshop-2.png” title_text=”German CS – June Workshop 2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/German-CS-June-Workshop-9.png” title_text=”German CS – June Workshop 9″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]

          19 <\/span>June:<\/span> Local workshop in <\/span>Leuchau<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]

          The second day shifted the focus to <\/span>local citizens<\/span><\/b>:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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          • Citizens described recent water-related problems in the area.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
          • The team explained possible causes and NBS that could support a healthier water cycle.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Sanchari presented her analysis, inviting validation and input from residents.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Participants visited stressed water bodies and discussed NBS potential on-site.<\/span> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            This hands-on engagement helped connect scientific knowledge with local priorities and experiences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/German-CS-June-Workshop-8.png” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”German CS – June Workshop 8″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ width=”100%” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_3″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/German-CS-June-Workshop-7.png” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”German CS – June Workshop 7″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_3″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/German-CS-June-Workshop-10.png” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”German CS – June Workshop 10″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”1_3″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/retouch-nexus.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/German-CS-June-Workshop-6.png” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” title_text=”German CS – June Workshop 6″ hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” width=”100%” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]

            Collaborating<\/span> experts<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n

            Alongside Sanchari, Martin, Michal, and Joshua, the workshops benefited from the expertise of:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

            Jan Pokorny<\/span><\/b> (ENKI, Czech Republic)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

            Prof. Ariel Saleh<\/span><\/b> (University of Sydney, Australia)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

            Dipl.-Ing. Marco Schmidt<\/span><\/b> (TU Berlin, Germany)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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                On 18\u201319 June 2025, our German Case Study hosted two workshops in the Upper Main region (Germany) to promote, validate, and discuss the potential of nature-based solutions (NBS) for improving the local water cycle.\u00a0About the initiative The workshops were part of a research project led by Sanchari Ghosh (Technical University of Munich), focusing on identifying […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":4405968,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[65,21,71],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4405967","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-case-study-activity","category-events","category-german-cs"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t