The mission of ICRA is to attract scientific talent and the necessary financial resources to maintain a center of excellence in hydraulic matters. The institute generates essential knowledge about hydrological processes, aquatic ecosystems (including human and ecological health), and chemical and microbial contaminants, particularly in conditions of water scarcity and extreme environmental conditions (such as droughts and floods).
ICRA focuses on the development of appropriate technologies for the treatment, improvement, and reuse of water. ICRA conducts fundamental research with an interdisciplinary approach and transfers this knowledge to administration, industry, scientists, decision-makers, and society at large.
The vision of ICRA is to continue being a center of excellence in the hydraulic field and to respond efficiently and competitively to problems and challenges related to the water cycle in general, as well as the state of ecosystems, water resources, the impacts of new products, new treatment technologies, and the sustainable use of resources within the Mediterranean climate (although not exclusively).
The strategic targets guiding the actions of ICRA are as follows: