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Assessment of the Water Framework Directive’s (WFD) implications for spatial plans and projects and possible measures
Wildenbeest, J.A.D. (2025) Assessment of the Water Framework Directive’s (WFD) implications for spatial plans and projects and possible measures.
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| Abstract: | The Water Framework Directive (WFD) sets ambitious goals for water quality management across Europe. This study aimed to assess how urban infrastructure projects influence surface water quality in light of the requirements set by the Water Framework Directive (WFD), focusing specifically on the role of surface runoff and identifying practical mitigation measures to reduce its negative impact. A framework was developed to assess the risk that urban infrastructure projects pose to surface water quality under the WFD, using a combination of literature review, expert consultation, and three case studies (the Rembrandtbrug in Woerden, the VAB site in Meerlanden and the A6 highway widening in Lelystad). The framework used a Fuzzy Logic approach to integrate qualitative expert input and quantitative data into risk estimates for water quality degradation. Results showed that projects lacking dedicated water filtration and runoff management systems tended to worsen key water quality indicators, including biological health metrics, nutrient concentrations and specific pollutant levels. The study highlighted that early integration of mitigation measures such as vegetated berms, retention facilities and runoff separation could improve environmental outcomes. The findings emphasized the need for proactive planning and stricter regulatory adherence as the 2027 compliance deadline approaches. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Faculty: | ET: Engineering Technology |
| Subject: | 56 civil engineering |
| Programme: | Civil Engineering and Management MSc (60026) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/107743 |
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