20th International River Symposium
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20th International River Symposium

The 2017 IRS, held in Brisbane, explored the theme "Environmental Flows," highlighting the importance of maintaining natural water flow regimes for ecosystem health and sustainability.

Event Date

18th - 20th September 2017

The 2017 International River Symposium, held in Brisbane, centred on the theme “Environmental Flows,” focusing on the importance of maintaining natural flow regimes to support river ecosystems and the communities that depend on them. The symposium explored the science and policy of environmental flows, showcasing innovative approaches to implementing flow regimes worldwide.

Participants shared case studies of successful environmental flow projects, highlighting the ecological and social benefits of these initiatives. The symposium underscored the need for cross-sector collaboration to ensure that water allocations consider both human and environmental needs.

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