The NIVA foundation is nationally leading in environmental issues related to water. NIVA is characterised by broad expert knowledge and good networks to other disciplines. We have more than 100 researchers and our research aims towards developing complete and thorough management systems for water resources, considering fresh water, marine water, chemistry and biology as interdependent components. NIVA contributes towards water related competence building and distribute information to academics, politicians and the public. NIVA is to an increasing degree contributing to solutions to water related issues internationally.