About the Centre
Established in 2003, the ZWU is dedicated to innovative water and environmental research. The Centre has been created to address the environmental impacts of global social changes and challenges such as urbanisation and megacities, climate change, water availability and quality as well as their implications for human life.
The ZWU´s primary activities focus on water research in a broad area of expertise within the field of water ecology, drinking water treatment & supply (contamination, evaluation, and purification), environmental toxicology & chemistry, urban water management, hydrology, hydraulic engineering and legal & economic expertise on water governance.
ZWU Network
The ZWU represents a broad, forward-looking, and interdisciplinary environment for water research.
With over 300 members, the center links the three universities of the University Alliance Ruhr (UA Ruhr) as well as several technical colleges, research institutes and actors from society, politics and industry.
Structure and Team
ZWU members have access to a wide range of membership support. We provide opportunities for scientists, engineers, medical professionals, economists, and industrial partners to undertake collaborative research projects across disciplines.
Our administrative staff is available to offer practical support to members at every management level.
The Executive Board is responsible for the scientific leadership of the ZWU.
Pooling water expertise
The ZWU is a member of various organisations and networks, thus expanding the range of cooperation for ZWU members. Discover more about the extended network here.
Extended ZWU Network
Would you like to become a member? We look forward to hearing from you!
Simply fill out the application form and send it to zwu@uni-due.de.
To learn more about the ZWU, check out our statutes or get in touch with us directly.
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