About Sweden Water Research

We conduct research, development and innovation for sustainable water use.

Sweden Water Research is NSVA, Sydvatten and VA SYD’s joint research and development company. Together with our owners, we meet future challenges related to water quality, digital transformation and circular economy.

We conduct research and development in sustainable water sercices where the benefit of our owners is in focus. Through collaboration we increase the opportunity to create international contacts in the field of research with a view to contributing towards a sharing of knowledge also beyond the Swedish borders. A vibrant partnership with industry, universities, cities and municipalities is an important part of our work to climate-proof our waters.

Strategic focus

We work project-based with research, development and innovation in open networks and collaborations.

Our three overall strategic goals are:

1. In 2027, Sweden Water Research has well-established collaborations to effectively address common challenges related to water quality, digitization, and circular economy
2. In 2027, Sweden Water Research is a natural collaborative partner in the research and development efforts of the owner companies
3. In 2027, Sweden Water Research is a key success factor in our owners’ efforts to secure future competence supply for the water sector

Our board

Sweden Water Research’s board consists of two members from each of the parent company’s boards. The chairmanship rotates between the owners. The board consists of the following individuals:

Jonas Jacobsson Gjörtler, chariperson (M), NSVA
Ilmar Reepalu, vice chariperson (S), Sydvatten
Magdalena Beck (S), VA SYD
Annika Segerlund (M), NSVA
Elvir Mesanovic (MP) Sydvatten
Lars Leonardsson (M), VA SYD