Water Europe, together with CDP released a joint declaration calling on the European Parliament and the Member States to help provide consistent water information that we urgently need to identify, prevent, and tackle increasing water-related challenges driven by climate change.
The legislative proposal of the European Commission included some new provisions for better consideration about water efficiency assessment. These elements are key according to CDP Europe and Water Europe in order to produce data as regards water consumption by industrial activities because it will:
bring a better picture of water productivity at the plant level by providing more certainty for industries and investments;
ensure better recognition of the value of water and contribute to achieving a Water-Smart Society;
provide a stimulus for R&D to tackle water pollution and scarcity;
improve competitiveness and performance by reducing water risks for companies.
You can read the full declaration here.
