Renowned hydrologist Günter Blöschl has been awarded the 2025 Stockholm Water Prize for his innovative research in flood hydrology. The Prize Committee revealed this exciting news on March 20, 2025, acknowledging Blöschl’s significant contributions to understanding flood risks and managing water resources in the context of climate change. His studies have greatly enhanced global flood prediction models, equipping communities to better prepare for extreme weather situations.
Key Points:
- Günter Blöschl, a professor at Vienna University of Technology, won the 2025 Stockholm Water Prize.
- The award was given for his groundbreaking contributions in flood risk analysis and climate change research.
Scientific Contributions
- Developed a comprehensive global database on flood risks.
- Established a strong link between climate change and increasing flood frequency.
- His research proved that recent decades have seen more severe floods than historical records suggest.
