Third National Water Management Plan ( NGP 2021).

The plan consists of multiple detailed chapters, focusing on various aspects of water management. The document starts with an introduction and gives a general description of river basin districts, specifically focusing on the Danube, Rhine, and Elbe. It provides information on surface water bodies, groundwater bodies, and protected areas, explaining their boundaries and characteristics. The plan then analyzes pollution and risks to surface and groundwater, covering chemical pollutants, hydromorphological pressures, and the impacts of climate change. The subsequent chapters focus on economic aspects related to water use in sectors like agriculture, industry, and energy production. The document also outlines environmental objectives, such as achieving good water status and strategies for gradual goal implementation. A significant portion is dedicated to action programs, including specific measures for safeguarding water resources and addressing pollutant inputs. Additional sections cover the effects of climate change, water scarcity, and drought management. The plan also addresses flood risk coordination, international cooperation, public participation, and provides extensive appendices with water body tables, maps, and legal references.