objectives
What is the context behind the project?
The PCP WISE project builds on the activities, documents, case studies, tools and achievements of PROTECT project, a Horizon Europe coordination and support action (CSA). Notably, PROTECT established a community of over 200 public buyers and suppliers, who are key target stakeholders in the implementation of the PCP WISE project.
The PCP WISE initiative builds upon the outcomes, shared challenges, and synergies identified by the PROTECT. Focused on five key application domains —marine and coastal environments, energy and utilities, sustainable urban communities, agriculture and forestry, and civil security protection — PROTECT highlighted the necessity for new solutions to tackle complex challenges like floods, fires, and resilient infrastructure. PCP WISE refines this approach by addressing one overarching challenge, water, through the exploration of 22 use cases across diverse settings, including rural and urban areas, as well as fast and slow-onset crises. Its goal is to tackle large-scale issues with broad European applicability while ensuring scalable, practical solutions that benefit public buyers and multiple regions.
What is the timeline of the project?
Innovative solutions
Develop and test state-of-the-art technologies for climate adaptation using space and EO data
Cross-Border Collaboration
Foster cooperation between regional water management, cities, communities, and crisis organisations across EU Member States
Enhanced Information System
Create common operational information products on local and regional water, soil, and climate systems to improve decision-making
Demand-driven Approach
Establish an active user network for exchange, validation, and continuous improvement of climate services through the PCP approach
What are the expected impacts on PCP WISE?
Scientific Impacts
- Advanced soil-water balance insights based on space information
- Long-term event forecasting for water and crisis management
- Contribution to EO systems and climate service
Economic Impacts
- Cost savings through improved risk prevention and mitigation
- New business opportunities in climate services sector
- More efficient resource allocation in water management
Societal Impacts
- Enhanced climate change preparedness for communities
- Increased resilience of urban and rural areas to climate risks
- Improved public safety through better crisis response
