EIT Water Central & Danube
Our members
Overview
EIT Water Central & Danube advances innovation at the intersection of water, food and energy across the Danube region (Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Serbia, Slovakia, Switzerland). Our regional hub brings together research, industry and education to address regional and European priorities in hydropower, water quality, flood and drought resilience and sustainable aquaculture.
In 2026, the EIT Water Central & Danube host is BOKU University Vienna, in collaboration with TU Wien. Together they bring world-class expertise in hydraulic engineering, water quality, flood and drought management, supported by unique research infrastructure such as the BOKU River Lab and extensive regional networks.
Our geographic scope
Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary, Serbia, Slovakia, Switzerland
Our regional priorities
- Interconnection of water, food and energy systems
- Hydropower and renewable water-energy solutions
- Urban water cycles
- Sustainable aquaculture
- Regional resilience and alignment with EU water priorities
Our regional strengths and assets
- Leading expertise in hydraulic engineering and hydropower
- Strong applied research capabilities and large-scale test facilities
- Integration of industry, academia and innovation ecosystems
- Established networks across Danube macro-regions
- Proven excellence in water quality, flood and drought management
Our members
- Austria: BOKU, PED TECH Science GmbH, Technical University Wien, TIWAG-Tiroler Wasserkraft AG, University for Continuing Education Krems
- Slovakia: GWPO CEE
- Czech Republic: BioEast Hub, CzechGlobe, Mendel University (IASB)
- Hungary: Ludovika University of Public Service, MAHART-Freeport Ltd, Water Industries Holding
Contact: clccentral-danube@eitwater.eu
EU funding: This activity is funded by the European Union.