( cest2017_00720) Application of the DPSIR model in a transboundary river basin (Aoos/Vjosa): success or failure to achieve good ecological status

摘要

The European Water Policy introduced the necessity to apply new methodological approaches for water resources sustainable management. The incorporation of the EU Water Framework Directive (WFD) - 2000/60/EC and the “Sister Directives” (Flood and Habitat), as an obligation by all Member States, set the basis for catchment-based governance for successful water quality and quantity management in transboundary river basins. Aoos/Vjosa is the largest river of Epirus geographical region (NW Greece) flowing through Albania and discharging into Adriatic Sea. The Driving Force-Pressure-State-Impact-Response (DPSIR) model was applied as framework for the case study of the transboundary Aoos river basin. The ecological classification of the Aoos River, based on WFD criteria, indicated definite impact caused by human activities. The results of the present paper might support an integrated management identifying the restoration priorities for the study area