CEDRE (Centre for Documentation, Research and Experimentation on Accidental Water Pollution)

CEDRE (Centre de Documentation, de Recherche et d’Experimentation sur les Pollutions accidentelles des Eaux) is a French organization dedicated to managing water pollution emergencies. It conducts research, gathers data, and develops strategies to prevent and respond to accidental spills of harmful substances into water bodies like seas and rivers. CEDRE provides specialized expertise, technical assistance, and guidance to government agencies, industries, and emergency responders. Its goal is to minimize environmental damage during accidents, ensuring effective response plans are in place to protect aquatic ecosystems, public health, and coastal communities.