William Francis Ries

William Francis Ries is a researcher at the Institute of Hydraulic Engineering and River Research, part of the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU). His work focuses on ecosystem restoration and hydropower projects within river basin management.

• Involvement in two European Commission-funded projects: Restoration of the Danube River Basin Waters for Ecosystem and People (2023-2027) and Hydropower For You (2021-2026).
• Specializes in hydraulic engineering, river systems, and environmental sustainability.