The Norwegian Institute for Water Research (NIVA) is based in Trondheim and is a leading player in research and development related to water resources. The institute focuses on contributing to the sustainable management of aquatic environments through scientific research, monitoring and consultancy. NIVA works on a number of projects dealing with both freshwater and marine water, and has an interdisciplinary team of researchers covering various aspects of water research.
The institute collaborates with both national and international actors, including universities, public agencies and private companies. NIVA is involved in the development of innovative methods for water quality assessment and management, as well as in research on the effects of climate change on water resources. Through its work, the institute contributes to increased knowledge about aquatic environments and to solutions that can meet future challenges related to water.