Project description

Predicting Soil Health to Protect Ecosystems

PHISHES is an innovative research project designed to bridge the missing link between data on soil health and actions for the safeguard of soils. While many research efforts rely on qualitative approaches, such as indicators and multi-criteria analysis, PHISHES takes a step further by developing quantitative predictive capabilities.

At the core of the project is the development of the PHISHES Digital Platform, a powerful tool designed to simulate and assess the impact of various management choices and environmental conditions on soil functions and ecosystem services.

The PHISHES Digital Platform will integrate and enhance state-of-the-art simulation tools and will serve as a powerful tool for evaluating the effects of various actions on soil services, such as sustainable agricultural practices, land restoration and remediation solutions, pollution prevention measures.

By efficiently coupling these technologies and running scenario simulations, PHISHES will provide accurate predictions on how different land-use actions impact soil health and ecosystem services. Beyond research, the project will translate these scientific insights into concrete policy recommendations, ensuring that decision-makers have the necessary data-driven insights to protect and restore soils.

Have a Look at the Technologies Used in PHISHES

The PHISHES consortium brings together diverse and complementary expertise across seven key activities. These are structured within seven work packages and five test cases, ensuring a comprehensive approach to achieving the project’s goals.

  • Project number: 101157438
  • Duration: 48 months (starting from 1st September 2024)
  • EU Contribution: HORIZON-RIA
  • Coordinator: DHI A/S
  • Consortium: 9 organizations from 8 countries

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Research Executive Agency (REA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.