Hydrological Sciences

Berit Arheimer

Berit Arheimer is head of Hydrological Research at the Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute (SMHI). She has a scientific background in integrated catchment modelling, applied science and large-scale hydrology from all populated continents, using and providing open data. Her research focuses on catchment hydrology and modelling at various scales (local, regional, global), hydrological predications and forecasting, assessments of hydrological impacts from climate change, water management or water quality deterioration, and the development of climate services, especially for the water sector.

Berit Arheimer (2021 Henry Darcy Medallist) early autumn reflections from a summer cabin

Berit Arheimer September 1, 2021

The EGU 2021 Henry Darcy Medal of the EGU Division on Hydrological Sciences was awarded to Berit Arheimer, leader of the Hydrological Research unit at SMHI, and first ever female elected president of IAHS. The medal was awarded for her scientific leadership in policy-relevant large-scale modelling of water quality and quantity, promotion of open hydrology, and her excellence in managing research g ...[Read More]