Science that matters


Making urban heatwaves more bearable

Plants and water can mitigate the heat in cities. Using Zurich as a case study, Eawag researchers tested a climate model, which indicates how big the effect of green and blue spaces is. The model supports urban planning and shows where improvements would be particularly effective. Read more




Interesting facts about the invasive quagga mussel


The quagga mussel has arrived in Switzerland – what does this mean for our waters? On our new website "The invasive quagga mussel", you'll find current research results on the distribution of the mussel, its effects on ecosystems and infrastructure, as well as recommended measures to contain its spread. Read more

Nuclear waste storage needs to withstand an ice age


A nuclear waste storage facility needs to be secure, even if glaciers  were to churn down from the Alps into the midlands in a distant future. This is why Nagra arranged for a study of the sediments that had been deposited in former, deep glacial lakes. Read more


Natural pesticide for the production of protein-rich microalgae


In times of climate crisis and food shortages, the cultivation of microalgae is a promising solution that could fundamentally change the way we produce animal feed, bioplastics or biofuel. A new Eawag study shows how the cultures can be protected against pests. Read more

Land use influences organisms living underground



Researchers at Eawag were able to show that land use within a radius of up to one kilometre from the water extraction site has an impact on the amphipods in groundwater. This could indicate that the current groundwater protection zones are not large enough. Read more





Translating science into action and engage in biodiversity policy-making
In view of biodiversity loss, it is important that early-career researchers get involved not only in science but also contribute to biodiversity policy. The Blue-Green Biodiversity research initiative of Eawag and WSL organised a workshop to facilitate cooperation between science, practice and politics. To the news article and the video







In class: "Abwasser gestern, heute, morgen"
A new learning unit (in German only) developed by Eawag researchers on the Expedio platform offers teachers (secondary level II) teaching materials on the topic of wastewater treatment. To Expedio


Eawag at COP29
At the 29th UN Climate Change Conference, Eawag and the Institute of Environmental Sciences at the University of Geneva organised three panel discussions on the topic of "Swiss innovations for Global Glimate Action". Read more


Nathalie Dubois awarded ERC Synergy Grant
The European Research Council is supporting the MEMELAND research project of a European research team with over 13.5 million euros. Nathalie Dubois from Eawag is a member of the group. Read more



Linda Strande takes over as Head of Sandec
The mission of Eawag’s Sandec department is to find global solutions for safe sanitation, solid waste management and clean drinking water. Since September, it has been headed by Linda Strande. Read more



Prices for Eawag employees
•   Otto-Jaag Water Protection Prize for Valentin Faust. Read more
•   Awards from the Hydrobiology Limnology Foundation for Joana Santos and Julie Conrads. Read more



Eawag in the media
The media regularly report on our research. You can find the most interesting articles from print media, radio and television here.






24.1.2025, 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
12.2.2025, 2.00 pm - 6.45 pm
Blue Summit Switzerland trägt Fakten der Wissenschaft an die Politik
Schloss Reichenau, Reichenau-Tamins

18.3.2025, 9.00 am - 5.00 pm
29.11.2024 - 6.4.2025
Wasser. Gestaltung für die Zukunft
Museum für Gestaltung Zürich

In our Agenda you will find further events of Eawag.






Oekotoxzentrum News
The Oekotoxzentrum provides information on latest projects, events and background knowledge from the field of ecotoxicology. In German and French


Brief notes on national and cantonal water policy, with occasional glances at neighbouring countries or the EU. In German only




Scientific publications from Eawag can be found on DORA Eawag.


Cover picture: Technicians Andreas Taverna and Danina Schmidt from the Eawag Fish Ecology and Evolution research department in Kastanienbaum take water samples in Lake Lucerne from the Eawag research vessel "Perca". To do this, they slowly lower a Schroeder flask to 20 metres and quickly raise it again. A defined amount of water collects in the bottle per metre of water depth. These composite samples can be used to collect important data on algae composition, for example, and thus analyse the productivity of the lake. (Photo : Alessandro della Bella)  

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