Four Sino-Dutch research projects on Green Water Processes awarded

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NWO and the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have jointly funded four new projects in the China-Netherlands collaboration research program. These projects adopt an impact plan approach, specifically addressing challenges in drinking water supply and wastewater management. The consortia leading these projects are interdisciplinary, featuring involvement from both the private sector and civil society partners. Netherlands and China both have …

The Netherlands signs Memorandum of Understanding with Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology

Fons Klein TuenteAgri-food, Chemistry, Energy, Life Sciences & Health, Sino-Dutch collaboration, Water 1 Comment

On September 27, 2023, Ministers Robbert Dijkgraaf and Micky Adriaansens formalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology, outlining a renewed framework for collaboration in Science, Technology, and Innovation. The agreement underscores the commitment of the Netherlands and China to fundamental values in their collaborative efforts. Addressing global challenges such as climate change, food …

H2O12 water conference in Guangzhou

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Just six more days to go before the H2O12 water conference takes place in Guangzhou. This conference is jointly organised by the Netherlands Consulate-General in Guangzhou and Sun Yat-sen University, South China’s leading university. H2O12 will explore water challenges facing coastal cities in the 21st century with experts from China and the Netherlands. The Dutch line-up of speakers features representatives …