Water and sediment management

Paraguay River Photo by Ing. María del Carmen Alvarez

Paraguay River Photo by Ing. María del Carmen Alvarez

Paraguay River Photo by Ing. María del Carmen Alvarez

Paraguay River Photo by Ing. María del Carmen Alvarez

Ecuador

Ecuador

Ecuador

Ecuador

Chile

Chile

Chile

Chile

MISSION

Developing sustainable, tailored approaches to water and sediment management worldwide through knowledge sharing and collaborative efforts, strengthening the resilience of river and coastal communities

VISION

A future where rivers and coastal areas are sustainably managed through global collaboration, shared expertise, and innovation, supporting communities to live in harmony with nature.

STRATEGY

INTEGRATED AND INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR SUSTAINABILITY

Combine data analysis, advanced modeling, and grey-green infrastructure design, utilizing innovative tools and climate adaptation finance to deliver precise, scalable, and cost-effective solutions aligned with sustainability and resilience goals.

COLLABORATIVE AND INCLUSIVE SOLUTIONS

Engage diverse stakeholders to co-create context-sensitive solutions, encouraging a sense of ownership and ensuring broader acceptance.

KNOWLEDGE SHARING AND CAPACITY BUILDING

Provide training and open access to tools and resources that encourage innovation and enable sustainable management practices.

SERVICES

Dr. M. Busnelli started as an independent consultant in 2022. With over 30 years of professional experience in hydrodynamics and morphology, I combine hands-on expertise with academic insight. After obtaining my Ph.D. in 2001 from the Technical University of Delft, I continued working with private companies in The Netherlands until 2022. My work spans major river and coastal systems in the Netherlands and internationally. As both a practitioner and a lecturer, I bridge the gap between real-world challenges and cutting-edge knowledge.

Offering project management and expert consultancy in the following areas:

  • Integrated Water Resource Management: Developing sustainable strategies in river basins and coastal areas.

  • Hydraulic Engineering: Designing and optimizing structures such as dams, levees, and channels to manage water flow and ensure safety.

  • Salt Intrusion: Analyzing and mitigating the effects of saltwater intrusion in rivers to protect freshwater resources.

  • Flood Protection and Control Works: Hydraulic structures, non-structural measures, and nature-inspired solutions, with a focus on restoration design.

  • Environmental Impact Assessments: Hydrodynamic and morphological analysis of measures such as dike relocation, floodplain lowering, and training works.

  • Dredging and Optimization: Planning and executing dredging operations to maintain navigable waterways, improve sediment management, and optimize costs while minimizing environmental impact.

  • Climate Adaptation Finance: As a certified expert in Climate Adaptation Finance from the Frankfurt School, I provide specialized knowledge on funding mechanisms to help projects and achieve sustainable, long-term success.

  • Training and Capacity Building: As a didactically qualified lecturer, I deliver tailored training and knowledge-sharing sessions, empowering organizations and individuals to build capacity and achieve lasting results.