What is
a GE-RM?
GE-RM stands for “River Development and Risk Management Concept.” It’s objective is to enhance the coordination of measures within a river basin or along extended sections of water bodies.
What is a GE-RM?
GE-RM stands for “Water Development and Risk Management Concept.” It’s objective is to enhance the coordination of measures within a river basin or along extended sections of water bodies.
The Planning Process
The GE-RM is based on the goals, priorities, and measures of the Flood Risk Management Plan (RMP) and the National Water Resources Management Plan (NGP).
Spatial planning, building regulations, disaster management, nature conservation, and relevant specialized departments and authorities are considered and involved in the planning process.
If necessary, additional users and affected individuals within the river basin are also involved in the planning process.
The Water Development and Risk Management Concept (GE-RM) comprises the following steps:
The Water Development and Risk Management Concept (GE-RM) comprises the following steps:
1. Preliminary Study
Review existing data and determine scope of work.
2. Inventory
Complete missing data.
3. Goal Definitions
Establish the target state based on the goals of flood risk management and water ecology.
4. Action Concept
Describe future measures within the planning area and prioritize them according to their importance.
When is a GE-RM created?
A GE-RM is primarily developed for water bodies or river basins where there is a need for action regarding flood risk management and water ecological development. In addition to the hazard situation, factors such as the ecological state of the water bodies and framework conditions like land use, designations, rights, etc., are also taken into account. Based on assessments and evaluations, interdisciplinary goals and measures are determined. These form the basis for subsequent general projects, detailed planning, and ultimately, the implementation of specific measures.
