WP1 -Historical physicochemical and biological data from the literature for the three DS and the three MS were collected, sorted, and organized into an Excel-based database. To establish the quality status of water and sediments at the Demonstration Sites (DSs) — two pre-monitoring sampling campaigns were planned and conducted in different seasons. The ecological status of biotic communities (e.g phytoplankton, fish) at the DSs and MSs was assessed using both existing datasets and newly acquired data. In addition, assesment of microbial biodiversity at fresh water DSs was performed. A remote sensing (RS) framework for the evaluation of DS and MS ecosystem status was developed.
WP2 - stakeholder mapping activities were initiated in advance. According to the project Grant Agreement (GA), WP2 starts in M20 (January 2026), with focus on mapping potential stakeholders within the demo-sites and forming Communities of Practice (CoPs) based on common interests. This process aims to establish a strong framework involving all quadruple-helix pillars to support the selection and validation of the NbS.
WP3 focuses on developing the socio-economic and entrepreneurial foundations required to support sustainable lake restoration and protection activities across the ProCleanLakes demonstration sites. It aims to identify market opportunities and stakeholder networks, build entrepreneurial capacity among regional actors, and integrate environmental innovation into policy frameworks that encourage the emergence of lake-based green economies.
WP4 aims to develop replication and scale-up roadmaps and restoration plans for the associated regions, building on the results and lessons learned from the Demonstration Sites (DS) implemented under WP2. The activities focus on identifying and selecting suitable replication sites, adapting proven solutions to local environmental and socio-economic conditions, and providing support services for their implementation. WP4 also assesses the effectiveness, feasibility, and transferability of the solutions developed in earlier work packages, with the overall objective of enabling successful knowledge transfer, upscaling, and the long-term restoration and sustainable management of the selected regions.
Based on the overall evaluation results, the three (3) strongest applications were selected for funding.
WP5 are focused on the development and deployment of two interconnected and critical platforms: the Virtual Incubator and Accelerator Website and the Knowledge Hub for Restoration and Protection of Lakes.
WP6 coordinates and manages all project activities, all done so far according to the project paln.
WP7 has developed Communication, dissemination and explaitation plan which is being followed without problems. So far, 3 scientific publications were published and 10 scientific conferences attended with eithe oral presentation or a poster. A series of communication measures for diverse groups of stakeholders including citizens has been implemented.
