Towards an EU Water Resilience Strategy: Innovating for a water-efficient future
On January 15th, the Representation of the State of Baden-Württemberg and Hansgrohe hosted a panel discussion on the EU Water Resilience Strategy. Baden-Württemberg’s Environment Minister Thekla Walter opened the event highlighting its importance for contributing to both greater water resilience and strengthening the sector’s competitiveness. The EU Commissioner for Water Resilience – Jessika Roswall took […]
Water Europe Expert Groups convene at Water Knowledge Europe 2024
Water Europe saw the launch of its 15 new Expert Groups (EGs) on December 10, 2024, during the flagship event Water Knowledge Europe. Establishing this new Collaboration Matrix marks a significant milestone in advancing the WE Vision for a Water-Smart Society. Building on six years of success with Working Groups and Vision Leadership Teams, the […]
New Call for Projects: Join the ZeroPollution4Water Cluster Now!
The ZeroPollution4 Water (ZP4W) Cluster opens its first Call for Projects, inviting innovators, researchers, and stakeholders to join a transformative initiative to protect groundwater and ensure sustainable drinking water solutions. Water is one of our most vital resources, and with increasing challenges from pollution and overuse, innovative solutions are needed more than ever. Our Cluster, aligned […]
The new CIRSEAU project will contribute to a more circular European water ecosystem
The CIRSEAU project started on 1st of September 2024 and celebrated its Kick Off Meeting in Brussels (Belgium) the 11th of December. CIRSEAU’s main goal is to build a collaborative ecosystem that generates strong synergies among the Circular Water Economy Community formed across EU projects. This initiative of 5 European projects to increase water use […]
Interview with Rita Ugarelli, Chief Scientist at SINTEF – WE Board Member of Research & Technology Organisations
You have been recently elected as Water Europe Board Member for College B, ‘Researchers & Technology Developers.’ Could you share with us what personally motivates you to take on this role, and what you hope to accomplish during your term? Being elected as a Board Member for College B is both an honour and a […]
Tackling PFAS Contamination at Water Projects Europe 2024
The highly anticipated Water Knowledge Europe 2024 (WKE2024) conference opened with a vibrant Water Projects Europe side event on the 1th of December 2024, dedicated to addressing the pressing challenge of PFAS contamination in the water-soil nexus. One week after the release of the Water Europe PFAS paper, the session brought together experts and innovative […]
Water Europe to Host Exclusive Webinar on the Socio-Economic Value of Water
Water Europe is thrilled to announce an upcoming webinar focused on the socio-economic value of water and its critical role in shaping a Water-Smart Economy in Europe. Scheduled for 16 December 2024, from 16:00 to 17:30 CET, this virtual event will unveil the findings of the latest Socio-Economic Study on the Value of EU Investment […]
Water Europe Publishes New Position Paper to Tackle PFAS: Accelerating Towards a Water-Smart Society
Water Europe has unveiled a new Position Paper on PFAS, the so-called “forever chemicals,” to address the urgent need for clarity and action on one of Europe’s most pressing environmental challenges. This initiative aligns with the European Commission’s priorities under President Ursula von der Leyen, as Commissioner Jessika Roswall and Vice President Stéphane Séjourné work […]
European Parliament Approves New College of Commissioners: A New Era for Water Resilience
Today, 27th of November 2024, the European Parliament officially approved the new College of Commissioners with a majority of 370 votes. This marks a significant opportunity for the European Commission to advance green competitiveness, reinforce Europe’s strategic autonomy, and highlight the social, environmental, and economic value of water. Water Europe welcomes the new Commission and […]
Water Europe launches its new Collaboration Matrix
Water Europe is pleased to announce the launch of its new Collaboration Matrix, an innovative framework designed to advance the WE Vision for a Water-Smart Society. Building on the success of the previous six-year collaboration matrix comprising Working Groups (WGs) and Vision Leadership Teams (VLTs), the new structure introduces 15 exclusive Expert Groups (EGs) and […]