Our expertise covers monitoring of rivers, lakes and weather/climate, as well as snow, ice and glacier monitoring.
We offer robust and sustainable solutions for measuring a wide range of hydrometeorological parameters, including water level (and key water quality parameters) in rivers and lakes, river discharge, air temperature, solid and liquid precipitation, atmospheric pressure, and wind speed and direction.
Snow, as a seasonal water reserve, is a crucial indicator of water availability and the overall water cycle, which is why we include snow depth and water equivalent snow content. The collected data is instrumental in enhancing the management of meteorological and hydrological risks, such as floods and droughts.
FIELDS OF APPLICATION OF OUR WORK
EWS for floods, droughts and mudflows allow for adequate response to potential disasters. Portolan assists in the establishment of monitoring infrastructure that is essential to understand the triggers of hydrological extreme events. We monitor upstream discharge, rainfall intensity, soil moisture and additional parameters that are key input for the authorities to decide when to issue a warning signal. We offer ready-to-use monitoring equipment and expertise, enabling rapid and effective deployment in areas affected by floods and droughts.
OUR ACTIVITIES
We increase monitoring capacity and contribute to the quality of hydrometeorological monitoring through:
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION
Project implementation in research, innovation and policy-related projects (publicly funded), in Europe, Central Asia and other relevant regions.
TRAINING AND CAPACITY BUILDING
We train our local partners and counterparts to retrieve and communicate measured data, to store and apply them in the water information systems, and to safely carry out field work.
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Our research focuses on optimizing precipitation sensors for use in cold environments, where maintenance access is often limited due to adverse climatic or road conditions. Additionally, we are advancing calibration techniques to improve the accuracy of measured data.
OUR PROJECTS
At Portolan, we cooperate with partners in water management, climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, nature-based solutions or natural resources management to achieve our objectives. As a not-for-profit organisation, we shape projects combining technology, community engagement, and training. As such we aim to forge a sustainable path towards a future where water resources are protected, conserved, and allocated wisely.
OUR SERVICES
Discover how our expert services can elevate your operations!
We specialize in providing precise hydraulic discharge measurements tailored for irrigation control authorities and environmental enforcement agencies. Our fully auditable reports ensure transparency and support your decision-making process. Partner with us to experience scientifically sound solutions that meet your unique needs!