Water Europe, WaterAid, and Wetlands International Urge EU to Elevate Water’s Role in Global Partnerships Following Meeting with Commissioner Sikela’s Cabinet
Water Europe, alongside with key partners WaterAid and Wetlands International, met on April 22 with the cabinet of Jozef Sikela, European Commissioner for International Partnerships, to advocate for the strategic positioning of water as a cornerstone of sustainable development, economic diplomacy, and global cooperation within the EU’s external actions. The delegation, which included Durk Krol […]
Hans Goossens, WE President’s Editorial
Dear Water Europe friends, Last year, triggered by the due relocation of our offices, we took the conscious decision to move our events beyond Brussels. We recently held successful editions of Water Projects Europe in Amsterdam and Water Market Europe in Girona respectively. Our upcoming flagship events, Water Knowledge Europe 2025 taking place next month […]
Final AquaSPICE Policy Brief Available Online
The AquaSPICE project has released its latest policy brief which comes to outline how innovative circular water solutions can be integrated into the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) through the revision of key Best Available Techniques Reference Documents (BREFs). AquaSPICE demonstrates how advanced water treatment technologies, real-time monitoring systems, and digital twins can modernise: – Waste water […]
Water4All Partnership Launches New Webinar Series to Strengthen Collaboration Among Water-Oriented Living Labs
First Session on April 29th to Focus on Enhancing Impact and Collaboration within the Growing WOLL Network The Water4All Partnership, co-funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe, today announced the launch of its Water-Oriented Living Labs (WOLLs) Network Webinar Series. This initiative aims to build a robust, collaborative European network dedicated to accelerating water innovation […]
Water Stakeholders Meet with EVP Fitto’s Cabinet to Discuss Water Resilience and EU Cohesion
On April 14, key water stakeholders met with the cabinet of Rafael Fitto, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission for Cohesion and Reforms. Representing key water sector voices, Water Europe together with Federacja Przedsiębiorców Polskich, European Water Association (EWA) , FIEC EU and AquaFed stressed that water resilience is fundamental to European cohesion, economic stability, and […]
Present Your Innovative Project Idea at WKE2025 in Warsaw: Open Opportunity for High Visibility and Partner Networking
Water innovators and researchers are invited to seize a unique opportunity to present their ground-breaking project ideas at the upcoming Water Knowledge Europe (WKE) Blue Deal 2025 event, taking place in Warsaw, Poland, from May 13-15, 2025. For the first time held outside Brussels, WKE2025, under the patronage of the Polish EU Presidency and alongside […]
Youth Engagement in EU Water Resilience Strategy Discussed
On April 10, members of the EU Water Resilience Coalition convened with Mrs. Johanna Bernsel, Deputy Head of Cabinet to Commissioner Glenn Micallef. The discussion centered on the interplay between water policy, the upcoming Water Resilience Strategy, and the crucial involvement of youth and education. Durk Krol initiated the dialogue for the Coalition, highlighting the […]
Get Inspired: Discover Success Stories at Water Projects Europe on May 15
Looking for tangible solutions and proven strategies in water innovation? Don’t miss Water Projects Europe (WPE) taking place on the final day of Water Knowledge Europe (WKE) 2025 on May 15th from 8:30 to 13:30 at the The Golden Tulip Hotel, in Warsaw. This year’s WPE features two parallel sessions designed to showcase impactful outcomes and […]
Water Europe Board Convenes in Bath, UK, to Address Evolving Water Challenges and Foster Collaboration
Last week, the Water Europe Board held its Spring meeting in Bath, United Kingdom, hosted by the Water Innovation and Research Consortium and the University of Bath. The gathering provided a crucial platform for discussion on the evolving challenges and opportunities within the water sector and how Water Europe’s current strategy and activities align with […]
The European Parliament’s ENVI Committee approved its report on the Water Resilience Strategy
With 68 votes in favour, the Committee ENVI have adopted the Report on the European Water Resilience Strategy, led by Rapporteur Thomas Bajada. This report moves us closer to a Water-Smart Society, where water is recognised not only as a basic need, but a strategic asset for Europe’s resilience, security, and sustainability. Some key takeaways from […]