Soil, water, research - experiments make science tangible

The Perchtoldsdorf Research Days are an after-school summer event with a focus on science. Every year, representatives from various scientific institutions are invited to present their work to the children.

As part of this year's program, the Institute for Land and Water Management Research was able to present topics related to soil and water to around 80 children. Experiments were carried out on soil components, soil response, infiltration and filtration effects. The experimental model of urban trees using the sponge city principle aroused particular enthusiasm. The model by Federal Agency for Water Management employee Sebastian Rath made the interaction of the specific installation method of substrate, tree and water so clearly understandable that even the youngest visitors were able to grasp the complex facts. A watering can was used to illustrate the consequences of heavy rainfall events in urban areas with a high degree of sealing and measures for near-natural rainwater management.