Projet SYSTEM-RISK (Horizon 2020, appel à projets 2015)
Action : Doctoral Networks
Panel : Environment and Geosciences
Statut du projet : CLOSED

Flood risk systems are characterised by physical and socio-economic processes acting at different space-time scales, by non-stationary and non-linear behaviour, and by a significant degree of interdependence between processes. This may lead to surprising developments and unanticipated side effects of risk reduction measures. A novel systems approach is needed that captures this dynamics and accounts for the interactions of the system components. We propose the ETN SYSTEM-RISK which aims at developing this systems approach for large spatial scales, from large river basins to the European scale. The research concept of SYSTEM-RISK builds upon the entire risk chain, from the source of hazard to consequences, and analyses the interactions and temporal dynamics in flood risk systems. In this way, the linear risk chain is replaced by a more realistic approach with interdependent links. SYSTEM-RISK exposes early-stage researchers (ESR) to all knowledge domains along the risk chain, and gives them, at the same time, the opportunity to build specific research profiles. The interdisciplinary setting and the focus on interactions and spatio-temporal dynamics of risk system will expand the mental models and lead to a new generation of creative scientists, able to transfer their systems perspective from flood risk systems to other fields. We bring together internationally leading groups in flood research with institutions from the non-academic main sectors exploiting flood research – consultancy, insurance industry and governmental sector. Close interaction will support the ESRs in developing trans-disciplinary skills with an understanding of both fundamental science and application. SYSTEM-RISK will deliver a suite of methods and tools for assessing and managing flood risk across large regions. This will be of highest importance for the EU Flood Directive and Strategy on Adaptation for Climate Change due to the EU’s key role in dealing with risks transcending national borders.

Mots clés : floods, inundation, extreme events, catchments and river systems, flood defence failure, risk analysis, risk management, hazard, vulnerablility

Participants :
- Deutsche rückversicherung aktiengesellschaft (Allemagne) — Partner, organization partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Autorita di bacino del fiume po (Italie) — Partner, organization partner, Organismes publics (hors enseignement & recherche), subvention : 0.0 €
- HR Wallingford (Royaume-Uni) — Partner, beneficiary, Recherche, subvention : 273287.88 €
- Landamt für umwelt, gesundheit und verbraucherschutz (Allemagne) — Partner, organization partner, Autres, subvention : 0.0 €
- Gecosistema srl (Italie) — Partner, beneficiary, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 258061.32 €
- Guy carpenter (Royaume-Uni) — Partner, organization partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Risk management solutions limited (Royaume-Uni) — Partner, organization partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- TU Wien (Autriche) — Partner, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 511868.16 €
- University of Bologna (Italie) — Partner, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 258061.32 €
- Helmholtz Centre Potsdam - GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences (Allemagne) — Coordinator, beneficiary, Recherche, subvention : 862081.34 €
- German Federal Environment Agency (Allemagne) — Partner, beneficiary, Recherche, subvention : 134784.58 €
- Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (Pays-Bas) — Partner, organization partner, Recherche, subvention : 0.0 €
- Futurewater bv (Pays-Bas) — Partner, beneficiary, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 255374.28 €
- Middlesex University (Royaume-Uni) — Partner, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 546575.76 €
- University of Bristol (Royaume-Uni) — Partner, beneficiary, Enseignement supérieur ou secondaire, subvention : 273287.88 €
- Adelphi Research (Allemagne) — Partner, organization partner, Organismes privés (hors enseignement), subvention : 0.0 €
- Deltares (Pays-Bas) — Partner, beneficiary, Recherche, subvention : 510748.56 €
- Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment (Pays-Bas) — Partner, organization partner, Organismes publics (hors enseignement & recherche), subvention : 0.0 €