Skills
- 2D and 3D numerical modelling and flow algorithms
- Discharge estimation across the entire hydrographic network
- Geomatics, spatial analysis (Geographic Information Systems)
- Cartographic referencing, maps (land use, human occupation, topography, networks, infrastructure, etc.)
- Scenario simulation and decision support
We combine field measurements with advanced digital tools to characterise, analyse and simulate hydrological phenomena. Modelling is both a mathematical and a numerical approach that makes it possible to simulate the behaviour of natural systems at geographical and temporal scales that are often impossible to decipher through field measurements alone.
The objective is twofold:
- To gain a detailed understanding of hydrological phenomena.
- To anticipate the impacts of environmental changes or new development projects.
Our data-driven approach optimises water resource management and enables proactive risk anticipation.
Expertise that makes a difference
A hydrological model is far more than a simple calculation tool: it is a decision-support instrument whose reliability depends on the expertise of those who design it. At Vai Natura, we combine:
- Rigorous selection of input data.
- Precise definition of boundary conditions.
- Optimised parameterisation, the product of field experience and a thorough theoretical command of the underlying equations.
This synergy between practice and theory guarantees robust, relevant and locally adapted results.
Concrete and varied applications
- River and catchment modelling: Estimation of discharge across the entire hydrographic network from a single measurement at the outlet.
- Urban hydrology: Assessment and mapping of flood risk for proactive land management.
- Groundwater studies: Analysis of infiltration and subsurface flow dynamics using dedicated models.