The Bundesanstalt für Gewässerkunde (BfG) is a scientific institute of the German government specializing in hydrology, water usage, water quality, ecology, and water protection. The BfG focuses on large rivers, canals, coastal waters, and federal waterways. Their strategic goals aim to address societal and scientific phenomena while advising policymakers and the waterways and shipping administration.

Through research and policy recommendations, BfG serves as a crucial "early warning system" for society and policymakers. They provide services in quantitative and qualitative water research, ecosystem management in the Anthropocene, impacts of climate change, biodiversity conservation, and fostering environmental awareness. BfG's work encompasses a wide range of areas, from water management to transport efficiency and sustainability.

Discover the vital work of the BfG in advancing water science and policy