Interview with Hans-Jürgen Kalmbach, Chief Executive Officer, Hansgrohe & Water Europe Board member of Multinational Corporations College
You have been recently elected as a Water Europe board member representing College A, ‘Multinational Corporations.’ What motivates you to take on this role, and what key goals are you aiming to achieve? Raising awareness for the sustainable use of water, the elixir of life, is not only a concern for the Hansgrohe Group, but […]
The European Citizens Initiative for a Water-Smart and Resilience Europe has been launched
Last week marked the official launch of the ECI for a Water-Smart and Resilient Europe campaign! The ECI for a Water-Smart and Resilient Europe is a powerful call to action to ensure that water, a fundamental right, is protected and cherished for generations to come. Over 78% of Europeans believe additional measures are needed to address […]
Investing in Water: Securing Europe’s Sustainable Future
Did you know that nearly 40% of the EU’s population faces water scarcity, even as industries grow at an unprecedented rate? As Executive Director of Water Europe, I see every day how water is not just a basic necessity but a crucial driver for the economy and environment. With growing climate challenges and rising demands […]
Water Europe study says €255 billion investment needed by 2030 to safeguard Europe’s economy and environment
Brussels, 14 October 2024 – Water Europe has released a socio-economic study today, calling for €255 billion in water investments in the next six years to protect Europe’s economy and ensure environmental sustainability. The study on the Value of EU Investing in Water stresses the need for more robust water management to address the growing […]
Hans Goossens, WE President’s Editorial
Dear Water Europe friends, We are starting after summer with excellent news from the European Commission. The appointment of Jessika Roswall as the new Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience, and a Competitive Circular Economy signals that the EU has truly understood the importance of building a Water-Smart Society. This development highlights how water resilience is […]
EU Blue Deal: Water Resilience must be at the heart of the new EU political priorities
The European Economic and Social committee (EESC) has been the first EU body calling on the European Commission to make water a strategic political priority for the EU. A year ago, we presented our call for an EU Blue Deal, a comprehensive set of recommendations for a sustainable water policy for Europe for the years […]
Water Europe President Highlights the True Value of Water in FT Webinar
Hans Goossens, Water Europe President, recently participated in a Financial Times webinar focused on “Developing Technology to Secure the Water Supply.” Organized in partnership with Schneider Electric and moderated by Sylvia Pfeifer, the event brought together experts to discuss technological advancements and sustainable strategies for securing global water systems. In his address, Hans Goossens emphasized […]
Registration Opens for the ”Water KIC” Event in Brussels on 21 Oct
Water Europe is delighted to announce that registration is now open for its highly anticipated event, “Towards a Future Water KIC,” set to take place on October 21st, 2024, at BluePoint in Brussels. This landmark event is designed to foster discussion and raise awareness around the establishment of the new EIT Knowledge and Innovation Community […]
European Commission Receives Strategic Dialogue Report on the Future of EU Agriculture
The President Ursula von der Leyen received the final report of the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of EU Agriculture. Entitled “A Shared Prospect for Farming and Food in Europe,” the report, handed over by Professor Peter Strohschneider, presents a thorough assessment of the challenges and opportunities in the agri-food sector and offers recommendations to […]
New Online WATER-MINING Marketplace Launches to Drive Innovation in Wastewater Management
The EU-funded project WATER-MINING has launched of its new WATER-MINING Marketplace, an innovative online platform designed to connect wastewater owners with potential end-users of materials recovered from wastewater streams and desalination plants. This platform offers a unique opportunity for stakeholders in the water and wastewater management sectors to collaborate, exchange resources, and promote the sustainable […]