European Commission and Directorate-General for Environment 4 February 2025, COMMISSION STAFF WORKING DOCUMENT Third River Basin Management Plans Second Flood Hazard and Risk Maps and Second Flood Risk Management Plans Member State: Sweden Accompanying the document REPORT FROM THE COMMISSION TO THE COUNCIL AND THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT on the implementation of the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC) and the Floods Directive (2007/60/EC) Third River Basin Management Plans Second Flood Risk Management Plans

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The document outlines Sweden's implementation of the Water Framework Directive (2000/60/EC) and the Floods Directive (2007/60/EC), detailing the management of its extensive water resources, including 23,813 surface water bodies and 3,704 groundwater bodies. Key provisions highlight the ecological and chemical status of these water bodies, the pressures they face from agriculture and hydropower, and the governance structure involving multiple authorities and public consultations. The document emphasizes Sweden's commitment to addressing water quality and flood risks while noting challenges such as nutrient pollution and the need for improved reporting mechanisms.AI