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Mateusz Banasiuk is the ambassador of the “Stop the Drought! Start Retention!” social campaign
Mateusz Banasiuk has become the ambassador of the social campaign “Stop the Drought! Start Retention!”.
“I like to spend every free moment with my family surrounded by nature. These moments have a special meaning for me – contact with nature not only brings us closer, but also allows me to catch my breath and gain perspective, which is so necessary in my profession. What is happening in nature is not an empty slogan for me,” says the well-known and popular actor.
“The climate is changing at an alarming rate before our eyes, and the effects are also visible in Poland: record high temperatures, drying lakes and rivers, shrinking groundwater resources, disappearance of wetlands and marshes…”
“Precipitation, although less frequent, is becoming extremely intense. Unfortunately, the dried-out soil and concreted cities are unable to absorb it, which leads to dramatic floods and flooding.”
“To protect ourselves from this, we must plan retention in a thoughtful way, i.e. retaining water in the place of precipitation, starting today. It is time to start counteracting the effects of drought wisely!” appeals Mateusz.
The Ambassador will support informational and educational activities of the project “Stop the Drought! Start Retention!”. There will be talks with experts and practitioners and a large dose of knowledge about drought and ways to counteract it. Join us!
Videos featuring the Project Ambassador will be available below.
Will recent rainfall solve the drought problem?
It may be raining, but that doesn’t mean the drought is over. Find out why a few rainy days are not enough to replenish water resources.
How do young people understand drought and water retention?
Students explain in their own words what drought is and why water retention matters. Their simple answers show just how important water education is.
Does snow really protect us from drought?
Snow cover is a natural water reservoir that can replenish the environment long after winter has ended.
Why is water important every day?
Water is part of our everyday lives – yet we often don’t realize just how essential it is.
Natural water for the garden
Rainwater instead of tap water – an ecological and economical solution for plants that need regular watering.
How does a rainwater harvesting tank work?
Experts explain what happens to rainwater after it is collected in a rainwater tank – and how a drip irrigation system efficiently waters the garden.
Does a lack of snow mean a serious problem?
During the student panel, we discuss the role of snow as a natural water reservoir – and the consequences of having too little of it.
Stop Drought! Start Retention! conference in Gdańsk
Urban wetlands? Blue-green solutions? We discussed effective ways to tackle drought in cities with experts and local government representatives in Gdańsk.
What do students know about drought and water retention?
A visit to a school in Warsaw provides an opportunity to explore what young people know about drought. See how they understand the problem and what water retention means to them.
Every drop counts – more and more hotels are recognizing it
The tourism industry is increasingly recognizing the importance of responsible water management.
Installing the system step by step
Connecting the tank to the gutter, installing filters and protective components – see how a garden rainwater retention system works.
First step: collecting rainwater
A rainwater harvesting system is being installed in the garden – a simple way to save water and support plants.
Students have ideas for tackling drought
Young people present practical solutions for forests, agriculture, and drainage systems – from enhancing biodiversity to restoring water retention.
Water – a necessity or a luxury of the future?
Students share their views on water education, water retention, and the future of Poland’s water resources.
Time to act. Stop Drought! Start Retention!
The assessment phase is complete
– the project is now moving into the implementation of concrete measures to mitigate the effects of drought.
Tap water or bottled water?
Is bottled water really necessary – and how does this choice affect the environment and our water footprint?
How do forests retain water?
Forests play a key role in storing water and slowing its runoff – find out how it works.
How can you retain water in your surroundings?
Simple solutions, such as collecting rainwater, can effectively support water retention and help conserve water.
Could the Vistula River ever run dry?
Climate change is affecting water levels – find out whether this is a real risk and what we can do to reduce it.
How does education influence water conservation?
Awareness from an early age can make a real difference in how we value and manage water resources.
How can we live with the threat of drought?
Saving water starts with everyday habits – turning off the tap, taking shorter showers, and boiling only as much water as we actually need.
Do climate change affect
water availability?
Increasingly frequent extreme weather events are changing the water balance – find out what this means.
It’s raining, so why are we still experiencing drought?
Rain does not mean the drought is over. Its effects build up over months and become visible in the soil, rivers, and water resources.
Does winter protect us from drought?
A lack of snow and low winter precipitation can lead to serious water shortages in summer.
Drought begins much earlier than most people think.
Why do cities need more greenery?
Trees and other vegetation help retain water and reduce temperatures during hot weather.
Why are forests natural water reservoirs?
Forest soil and vegetation help retain water where it is needed most.
Why is it important to retain water locally?
The best results come from retaining water close to where the rain falls – find out why.
Drought is no myth – why does it keep happening?
Just because it rains doesn’t mean the drought is over. Learn about the different types of drought and why the problem persists.
Can we fight drought and floods at the same time?
Droughts and floods can occur at the same time – find out how water retention helps manage both challenges.
One heavy downpour does not end a drought
Heavy rainfall quickly flows into rivers and the sea. Without water retention, it does not remain in the landscape or replenish water resources.
Can we prevent droughts and floods at the same time?
Natural and engineered water retention can help reduce the impacts of both droughts and floods by combining the power of nature with human action.
Water retention instead of a rain dance
We cannot control rainfall, but we can retain the water that does fall—with less concrete, more greenery, and effective water retention across the landscape.
Is Poland really experiencing drought?
Drought is not always immediately visible—find out why it occurs almost every year and how to recognize its signs.
