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< class="listing__heading">Measuring impact: How monitoring shapes the future of natural flood management (NFM)

Published: 2nd July 2025

Monitoring a decision-making tool that can shape investment, land management and long-term flood resilience. Our latest short film puts this idea into focus.

< class="listing__heading">Measuring what matters: choosing the right indicators for NFM success

Published: 9th April 2025

Monitoring NFM impacts is crucial for securing investment and ensuring interventions are effective. That’s why we are working to establish a clear, evidence-based framework for monitoring NFM benefits
< class="listing__heading">Mapping water quality in Ousewem: using modelling to improve our rivers

Published: 1st April 2025

We are using advanced modelling to understand where pollution is coming from, how it moves through the landscape, and where NbS will have the greatest impact.
< class="listing__heading">Strength in partnership: how collaboration drives natural flood management

Published: 19th March 2025

Natural flood management (NFM) isn’t just about tools and techniques - it’s about people working together. Our latest video explores how partnerships are the foundation of successful NFM projects.
< class="listing__heading">Building flood resilience together: Ousewem's latest engagement events

Published: 12th March 2025

We recently connected with farmers and community members in Swaledale and Arkengarthdale to discuss how nature-based solutions (NbS) can help reduce flood risk while enhancing local landscapes.
< class="listing__heading">Evolving modelling in Ousewem: our journey of innovation continues

Published: 24th February 2025

As Ousewem has moved from research into real-world delivery, our use of modelling has evolved, refining which tools provide the most value at different stages of the process.
< class="listing__heading">Unlocking the power of monitoring for natural flood management

Published: 10th February 2025

By testing how aeration improves soil water storage, we can better understand its role in reducing flood risk. We need the help of local farmers to make this a reality.
< class="listing__heading">Appersett success: farmers invited to join flood resilience efforts

Published: 5th February 2025

We’ve collaborated with landowner, Nick Prince, to deliver impactful measures that reduce flood risks, enhance wildlife habitats, and support farming livelihoods - all at no cost to participants.
< class="listing__heading">Setting priorities for 2025 and reflecting on Ousewem’s progress

Published: 17th January 2025

2025 is pivotal in our commitment to building climate resilience. We extend our gratitude to all who have supported our journey in delivering innovative nature-based solutions to reduce flood risk.
< class="listing__heading">Sharing knowledge to build resilience: Ousewem at ICE/CIWEM Conference

Published: 6th December 2024

Ousewem was proud to participate in the 3rd ICE/CIWEM Yorkshire and Humber Flooding and Water Quality Conference, showcasing our commitment to collaboration and innovation.
< class="listing__heading">From pilots to progress – a farmer-focused journey

Published: 4th December 2024

Ousewem’s delivery team led by The Yorkshire Dales Rivers Trust continues their farmer-focused journey from pilots to project delivery...

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